David Allen: Getting Things Done
The art of stress-free productivity
EPISODE 181
Discover David Allen's powerful methods for stress-free performance at work and in life. Allen's premise is simple - our productivity is directly proportional to our ability to relax. Only when our minds are clear and our thoughts are organized can we achieve effective results and unleash our creative potential. From core principles to proven tricks.
Getting Things Done will teach you to - Apply the 'do it, delegate it, defer it, drop it' rule to get your in-box empty Reassess goals and stay focused in changing situations Plan and unstick projects Overcome feelings of confusion, anxiety, and being overwhelmed Feel fine about what you're not doing.
INTRO
David and LondonReal states why we need to take ownership of our to-do list and write things down
Your brain is limited (2m25)
APPROPRIATE ENGAGEMENT
David on becoming more productive by getting things out of my mind
Getting comfortable with discomfort (3m02)
David and the importance of structure in the 5 steps, in order to create freedom
Minimise through organisation (2m54)
OUTRO
David Allen on keeping your head in crisis
Crisis evokes serenity (3m50)
READING
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen