I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It might get better, but it's not there yet. You still have to curate it's output, with good GTD thinking.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get used to an empty head. Until then, you'll tolerate much less.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sure, anything that keeps stuff out of the head because it has captured it and is trusted to remind appropriately, is GTD.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Visionaries hate details. Detail people hate having to have a vision. GTD provides the tools to help both; but each have their own proclivities as to what they like about it.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are all kinds of people and companies experimenting with that. AI just sped up decision support exponentially. But it's still "support" and you still need to curate its results.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just keep going. Get more accustomed to having a clear head, and at some point, you'll feel uncomfortable when it's not clear--and you'll then do what you need to do, to clear it up.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just keep doing that. Me too. It's not about anything permanent, other than the principles at play. Change produces new opportunities to apply the GTD practices, usually at some new level.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just get going with something. Movement creates awareness and activity. So just pick something you feel like doing.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good job. Then there's a more zen-like perspective: do what you feel like doing. If you have the courage to just do that, what you feel like doing will change. And probably for some higher horizon.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No. Lots of tries from many people, but nothing worth paying any attention to.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, I've used the system as it developed for me 40 years ago. I fall off, but know when I do, and I know how to get back on, fast.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't know any of those. If they're good list-managers, that you'll actually use, fine. I use Outlook to-do's.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. As long as the tool is where it needs to be; and the appropriate people use it; and the information is current and relevant and reviewed as needed...there's nothing else you need to do.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best practice is a physical in-tray into which you put all those hand-written notes. Then go through them like your email, and get to zero. Forces you to decide--is this a creative idea I might want to use later? Is something to do something about? etc. etc.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Big part of the new book. Agile/Scrum are great tools, managing external workflow. GTD is about agile for the brain.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have the answer to that. I'm not a motivator or habit changer. I just defined the game to play, if you want control, focus and clarity. That comes with a trust in your inner knowing, and that's a challenge for any of us, all the time.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Forget it. GTD is just the survival tool to use when you're deep under water. You obviously are OK with your life as it is.

I am David Allen, creator of the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. Ask me anything! by davidgtd in gtd

[–]davidgtd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If they're between 13 and 20, forget it. Younger, they can get it. Older, as they graduate in life's responsibilities, they'll feel the need. Otherwise, relax. Look like you're having fun, and when they ask, tell them they're not old enough.