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Book Review of Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity
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Helpful Score: 4


I can't recommend this gem of a book highly enough. I've been following David Allen for a little while: I'm on his mailing list and reading a good amount of GTD-related books, blogs, etc. Allen hits the bulls-eye with this book. It provides everything you need to know to get yourself started on intelligently organizing the myriad files, thoughts, ideas, appointments, etc., that are currently weighing you down.

Some of Allen's ideas in this book can be adopted instantly, others will take a bit more time (and dedication). But the author writes in plain and simple language that anyone can understand; if things get technical, Allen breaks it down into easier components.

I can honestly say this book has changed my life. I never thought I'd get my freelance business and daily life organized like this. I took a lot of Allen's advice and it's working, no doubt about it. But I also put in a lot of effort, so be prepared to carve out some time to implement the GTD basics.