Tag: David Allen
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Productivity / GTD While Traveling: Paper vs Digital
Computers have made it easy for some people to try and go paperless rather than keep a lot of paper documents on hand. This is especially a challenge for those who have to travel on business. But David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” finds that a paper-based system is more efficient.
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GTD and Productivity While Traveling
After a short slowdown because of COVID-19, the amount of business travel is again increasing. Here’s how GTD author David Allen maintains his productivity system while on the road.
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How David Allen Updates His GTD Systems
In this conversation with David Allen, author of “Getting Things Done” we talk about how he keeps his productivity systems up to date and organized. He also shows us his actual reference file system.
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Keys To Getting Things Done
Productivity guru David Allen, walks us through the fundamental steps required to be able to get things done effectively. His conversation with Dave Edwards includes a look at capturing ideas, clarifying them and, acting on them.
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Make Mindsweeps Work For You
The starting point for the GTD/Getting Things Done methodology is the mindsweep. It is your chance to get everything out of your head. And you should do it regularly. But what do you do when it becomes a burden? Here’s some advice.
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Getting Things Done When There’s Too Much To Do
Sometimes, even GTD author David Allen feels that there’s not enough time to do all that needs to be done. He offers some advice.
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What Should I Do Next?
There are lots of productivity systems that tell you how to prioritize your work. That’s a common question that David Allen, the author of Getting Things Done, gets asked.
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How To Use A Someday Maybe List
One key principle of the GTD/Getting Things Done methodology is to maintain a “Someday Maybe” list. This list is a place to store ideas, possible projects, and maybe even the next actions you are not ready to take now. GTD author David Allen has some tips on how to use the list.
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Can You Work Fewer Hours and Still Feel Productive?
Some people who seek out GTD/Getting Things Done methodology are doing so in order to work fewer hours. But is it possible?
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A Digital GTD System Improves Productivity
This week, we are looking at how to use the GTD / Getting Things Done methodology inside a digital system.
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Getting to Know David Allen
For some time, David Allen has been sharing his thoughts about productivity and the Getting Things Done methodology with Dave Edwards. Today, they talk about everything from how GTD came to be to what David is currently doing.
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What’s Going On With GTD’s David Allen?
From a new book to a new car, today David Allen the author of GTD /Getting Things Done shares some of the things he is working on.
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Do You Have Too Many Email Accounts?
We have enough to process and keep track of in our lives including the multiple email accounts we must manage. David Allen, the author of GTD/Getting Things Done, has a simple solution.
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The Link Between Procrastination and Perfectionism
To some procrastination is caused by people who don’t want to tackle a project. But according to Davi Allen, the author of GTD/GettingThings Done, it can also be a sign of perfectionism.
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GTD’s David Allen on Managing Our Inputs
It’s not just email anymore; we have lots of inputs coming at us. Here’s how David Allen, the author of GTD/Getting Things Done handles it.
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Obstacles To Getting Things Done
Much is written about how to be more productive but we all have to deal with obstacles along the way.
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Getting Things Done: Defining A Project
The GTD/Getting Things Done methodology defines a project as anything that requires more than one action to complete. Some people believe that creates too many projects for your list. The author of GTD, David Allen, has some thoughts.
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Can GTD Work With A Bullet Journal?
GTD or “Getting Things Done” and the “Bullet Journal” are two different systems that promise increased productivity and organization. But can they be used together?
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What’s The Best Software To Use For GTD/Getting Things Done?
In this digital age, most of us are looking for the best software to keep us productive. David Allen, the author of GTD/Getting Things Done says he doesn’t think there will ever be a program that can handle the GTD system.
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Is Productivity Viewed Differently In Different Countries or Cultures?
People in different cultures view productivity differently. David Allen, the author of GTD/Getting Things Done discusses the work he has done around the world.
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What I’ve Learned From GTD’s David Allen
I’ve been following the GTD/Getting Things Done methodology for many years. Here are some of the things I’ve learned from David that aren’t in the book.
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Can GTD (Getting Things Done) Work For Students?
While we commonly think of the “Getting Things Done” techniques working for the office professional, students might benefit from the same systems.
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GTD’s David Allen Shows Us His Reference Files
Having the information you need when you need it is core to the GTD – Getting Things Done system. GTD creator David Allen shows us his reference system and talks about why it is not digital.
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Can You Cheat On The GTD System?
How rigidly do you have to be in following David Allen’s Getting Things Done to achieve maximum productivity? Well, David seems to be pretty relaxed about the concept.
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How Evolving Technology Is Changing Our Lives
We didn’t think we needed a smart phone until they were available. Technology keeps evolving as companies continue to anticipate our needs. David Allen, author of “Getting Things Done” discussed this with Dave Edwards
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Does GTD Reduce Creativity or Spontaneity?
When we have a productivity system that works, are we sacrificing spontaneity and creativity? Here’s what David Allen, author of “Getting Things Done” has to say.
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GTD’s David Allen: What Should I Do Next?
It is easy to get overwhelmed if you face a very long ‘to-do’ list every day. The challenge is what you should do next. David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” offers advice on how to make those decisions.
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Getting Others To Use GTD (Getting Things Done)
You may be satisfied with your productivity system, but because others around you don’t have the same kind of focus it can create problems in your workplace. David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” discusses how to get others to use GTD.
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Processing Your Meeting Notes According to GTD’s David Allen (Getting Things Done)
Most people take notes in meetings. But, what you do with those notes is important to maintaining an effective productivity system. David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” talks about what he does with notes he takes.
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Dealing With Email While Following GTD (Getting Things Done)
Keeping your email under control is key to effective productivity. David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” shares his thoughts on how to deal with email.
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Learn To Slow Down And Still Be Productive
Some people think that if you have a good productivity system in place we will accomplish a lot more faster. But we learn from productivity expert David Allen that another key is that we can slow down. He discusses that with Dave Edwards
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Using GTD To Manage Big Projects
One of the major thrusts of David Allen’s “Getting Things Done” productivity system is that you need to write everything down and track all of the next actions. In the last couple of years, Allen moved from California to the Netherlands and renovated an apartment. He tells Dave Edwards how he approaches a big project…
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Productivity On The Go: Paper vs Digital
Computers have made it easy for some people to try and go paperless rather than keep a lot of paper documents on hand. This is especially a challenge for those who have to travel on business. But David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” finds that a paper-based system is more efficient.
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Staying Productive While Traveling
Airplanes are full as more and more people travel again for business and pleasure. That means it is time to refresh our productivity systems so that we are just as efficient on the road as we are in the office. David Allen, author of “Getting Things Done” explains his system to Dave Edwards
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How To Use Your Calendar More Effectively
Productivity expert David Allen recently wrote, “Seldom have I seen someone use their calendar optimally. The tool is very much underutilized.” In this conversation with Dave Edwards, Allen offers ideas on how we can make better use of our calendars (plus a look at his calendar), and other time management tips.
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David Allen: Dealing With Your “Someday Maybe” List
In his book “Getting Things Done”, productivity guru David Allen discusses the benefits of putting everything that you are thinking about, or have to do, on lists. One of them is the “Someday Maybe List.” It is for things that you want to do in the future. In this conversation, Allen tells Dave Edwards how…
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A Conversation with David Allen
Today on Leadership Plus, I interview David Allen about his journey developing GTD ( Getting Things Done ), his creative pursuits, and what he’s working on at present. Hopefully, in the future, we will get a chance to talk more about productivity, but I thought that this was a great introduction to the genius of…
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Does It Matter If You Have A Messy Desk?
“Disorderly environments seem to inspire breaking free of tradition, which can produce fresh insights.”
Dave Edwards Media 