There’s no shortage of productivity books out there. Some fade fast. A few stay useful for a season. But Getting Things Done by David Allen? It holds up year after year.
Every time we revisit it—whether skimming a chapter or listening on a drive—we walk away with something new. That’s the brilliance of the system. It’s not just a method for getting more done—it’s a mindset shift for how to think about work, clarity, and priorities in a noisy world.
Some of our favorite takeaways:
✅ The 2-minute rule – If it takes less than two minutes, do it now. Simple. Game-changing.
🧭 Horizons of Focus – A framework that connects the daily grind to the big picture. It's helped us clarify what actually matters, and more importantly, what doesn’t.
📆 The Weekly Review – A ritual that resets the week, clears mental clutter, and helps you spot the open loops that otherwise drain energy in the background.
The book isn’t about maximizing output. It’s about creating space to think, make better decisions, and follow through with less stress.
If you’re managing a team, running a growing organization, or just juggling a never-ending to-do list, Getting Things Done is worth a (re)read.
And if it feels like your brain is carrying too many tabs open at once—you’ll find relief in these pages.
