Getting Things Done (GTD)
David Allen's comprehensive productivity system. Capture everything, clarify what it means, organize it, reflect regularly, and engage with confidence.
checklistHow to Do It
- 1Capture: Write down everything on your mind
- 2Clarify: Decide what each item means and what action is needed
- 3Organize: Put items into lists, calendars, or reference files
- 4Reflect: Review your system weekly
- 5Engage: Choose your next action with confidence
groupBest For
- checkProfessionals with complex workloads
- checkAnyone with many open loops
- checkPeople who forget tasks
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