GTD: Getting Things Done

Recently I stumbled upon a book that has literally redefined my views on productivity and organization. I mean I’m a superbly organized guy, sometimes even too much. But there was always something lacking, if I was so organized and always on top of things, why was I always worrying about what to do next and this and that? Hmm, something wasn’t completely right. I never realized this was a problem till I read Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity written by David Allen.

What an absolutely fantastic book! Really, so good in fact, that I’ve read it 1.67 times (the first 2/3 twice, yes it is really that good).

Why is it so good? Well it presents very simple methods for altering your outlook on your “list of things to do” and getting “stuff” out of your head and into a system that you can trust. I could go on and on about how it works in detail but I think Merlin Mann does an amazing job explaining how GTD works.

So I encourage you to get to it, buy the book, and revel in its simplicity at making your life just a bit less stressful :-)

Remember,

Vision is not enough; it must be combined with venture. It is not enough to stare up the steps; we must step up the stairs. — Vaclav Havel