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Why Method Matters More Than A Productivity Tool
A lot of the focus on productivity comes from the tools we use to be productive — which to-do app is the best, which has the most features and so on. Productivity consultant David Allen explains in this video that even if you find a great tool, none of it matters if you’re not being consistent and clear about what you put into it.
Make Your To-Do List More Doable With The 1-3-5 Rule
All too often, our to-do lists fail us. They’re too long and unreasonable. You don’t have to completely ditch the to-do list though; you can actually feel more productive if you implement a priority rule for your tasks, such as the 1-3-5 rule.
How One Task-Oriented User Worked Out Evernote’s Kinks
Evernote user bluecockatoo did a lot of thinking about how Evernote could easily and reliably fit into his day-to-day workflow, much like our own editor. His publicly visible “EverMetaNotes” are a wealth of answers what-about-that Evernote questions.
Boil Your Job Down To ‘Cranking Widgets’ To Make It Do-Able
We’ve told you time and again to make your to-do list clear, concise and specific. Want another way of thinking about it? Boil your work down into widgets you can crank.
David Allen Explains How To Master Your To-Do List
David Allen, the creator of the Getting Things Done (GTD) productivity method, explains in this short video how you can get control over your to-do list by clarifying your actions and the results you want. If you’re not keeping a to-do list because it’s never helped you, his tips may help you start one that works for you.





























