GTD Gems

Stop Procrastinating: Use the 2-Minute Rule

The 2-Minute Rule is one of the simplest ways to stop procrastinating, and start building momentum immediately. David Allen says: if something takes less than two minutes, do it now. This simple rule helps you find clarity, stay focused in fast-paced environments, rid yourself of unnecessary overwhelm. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 👉 What the 2-Minute Rule is and how it works 👉 How small tasks create “drag” on your system 👉 Why immediate action beats organizing or delaying Timestamps: 00:00 Meg introduction 00:30 The two minute rule 01:00 Be like Teflon ▶️ Watch the full GTD Gems playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=GTDGems 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to catch every episode. 💭 Reflection question: What’s one 2-minute task you’ve been putting off? 🌐 Explore GTD coaching programs and resources: gtdfocus.com 📩 Email us at info@gtdfocus.com Follow Us on Social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtdfocus/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gtdfocus/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/gtdfocus GTD Focus is the exclusive provider of GTD® one-to-one coaching in the U.S. and Canada. Our coaches have logged tens of thousands of hours helping leaders, creatives, and professionals bring clarity and control to their commitments. For more GTD resources, visit gettingthingsdone.com or subscribe to David Allen’s YouTube channel. #GettingThingsDone #Productivity #DavidAllen

The Simple Productivity Rule: Create or Complete

David Allen shares a powerful insight: everything you do falls into one of two categories, create or complete. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 👉 The difference between “creating” and “completing” 👉 Why finishing tasks often sparks new ideas 👉 A simple mental model to guide your next action Timestamps: 00:00 Meg introduction 00:30 You're here to complete and create 01:49 Best practices for each ▶️ Watch the full GTD Gems playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=GTDGems 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to catch every episode. 💬 Comment below: Are you in “create” mode or “complete” mode right now? 🌐 Explore GTD coaching programs and resources: gtdfocus.com 📩 Email us at info@gtdfocus.com Follow Us on Social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtdfocus/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gtdfocus/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/gtdfocus GTD Focus is the exclusive provider of GTD® one-to-one coaching in the U.S. and Canada. Our coaches have logged tens of thousands of hours helping leaders, creatives, and professionals bring clarity and control to their commitments. For more GTD resources, visit gettingthingsdone.com or subscribe to David Allen’s YouTube channel. #GettingThingsDone #Productivity #DavidAllen

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Your Brain Is a Terrible Office (Here’s What Works)

Trying to keep everything in your head? If you’re using your brain as a to-do list, this insight from David Allen may change how you work. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 👉 Why your brain is a “crappy office” for managing tasks 👉 The hidden cost of trying to remember everything Timestamps: 00:00 Meg introduction 00:47 Building an external brain 01:50 Your mind is sneaky 02:19 You are not your work ▶️ Watch the full GTD Gems playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=GTDGems 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to catch every episode. 💬 Comment below: What’s something you need to get out of your head? 🌐 Explore GTD coaching programs and resources: gtdfocus.com 📩 Email us at info@gtdfocus.com Follow Us on Social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtdfocus/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gtdfocus/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/gtdfocus GTD Focus is the exclusive provider of GTD® one-to-one coaching in the U.S. and Canada. Our coaches have logged tens of thousands of hours helping leaders, creatives, and professionals bring clarity and control to their commitments. For more GTD resources, visit gettingthingsdone.com or subscribe to David Allen’s YouTube channel. #GettingThingsDone #Productivity #DavidAllen

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How to Make Your GTD Weekly Review Work for You

Are you finding it tough to stay consistent with your GTD Weekly Review? Do you sometimes feel guilty for not doing it “the right way” as it’s written in the books? In this episode of GTD Gems, GTD coach Meg Edwards shares how to make your GTD Weekly Review work for you through customization. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 👉 Why the Weekly Review isn’t one-size-fits-all 👉 How to “get off your back” and build a review habit that sticks 👉 Simple ways to get clear, current, and back into a creative mindset Timestamps: 00:00 Misconceptions about the Weekly Review 01:42 GTD book passage 02:27 Meg's gem of the week 04:27 Meg's recommended next steps 📄 Weekly Review Worksheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_3j3f-vPpAUkIQRfQ33LoL1zp7UQSayY/view?usp=sharing ▶️ Watch the full GTD Gems playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=GTDGems 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to catch every episode. 💬 Comment below: What’s the biggest challenge you face with your Weekly Review? 🌐 Explore GTD coaching programs and resources: gtdfocus.com 📩 Email us at info@gtdfocus.com Follow Us on Social: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtdfocus/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gtdfocus/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/gtdfocus GTD Focus is the exclusive provider of GTD® one-to-one coaching in the U.S. and Canada. Our coaches have logged tens of thousands of hours helping leaders, creatives, and professionals bring clarity and control to their commitments. For more GTD resources, visit gettingthingsdone.com or subscribe to David Allen’s YouTube channel. #GettingThingsDone #Productivity #WeeklyReview

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