Creating A Powerful Time Management System

Douglas Manning — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:00:46 +0000

All of us would like to learn and use a few more time management techniques. We have all ready about them from time to time. Perhaps, we have even bought a time management book. Still, we have failed to integrate these techniques into an effective time management strategy.

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Getting Things Done: An Effective Time Management Strategy

Douglas Manning — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:00:45 +0000

I had a sneaking suspicion that I could be more productive if I had the right time management system.

How about you? Could you dramatically improve your life if you could get the important things done in a shorter period of time?

I would like to share a book with you that I have used to improve the effectiveness of my time management system.

It is a book by David Allen entitled Getting Things Done.

I’ll bet that while you may have heard of this book. You might even have read a review or two on it. What you probably do not know is that it has developed a cult like following on the internet lately.

The reason for all of the buzz is that it works!!

What Makes Getting Things Done So Special?

The primary proposition behind the book, Getting Things Done, is that time management is a system, a way of thinking, a set of practices that can be taught to anyone.

Simply put, if you learn to “get with the program” you can reap the benefits of this effective time management tool.

I have incorporated the Getting Things Done into my life. In fact, I even have the Getting Things Done flowchart framed and setting on my desk. I view and review it many times during the day.

What Separates Getting Things Done From Other Time Management Systems?

I recognize that there are many time management systems out there. I have looked at many of them and purchased several of them.

But there are several points that I want to share with you that separates this $10 dollar book from all of the rest.

Getting Things Done Is Ridiculously Simple To Set Up

Intuitively, we all know that the secret to effective time management is to

DO THE PROJECTS!

Unlike many other so called tools, Getting Things Done does not require any huge efforts to set the system up. In fact, you can get started the moment you begin reading the book.

You can incorporate all or part of the system at any given time.

This prevents the typical “analysis paralysis” that is often an excuse to for never getting started.

Getting Things Done Is Simple To Use And Maintain

Many time management systems are like a wind up radio. They work great so long as you keep winding them. But, take a break and no more music.

Many systems are easy to use, but maintenance is a pain in the…….rear end.

God forbid that you get tired, busy or sick because the whole system will go out the window from lack of attention.

Getting Things Done is not only easy to use but easy to maintain as well.

Getting Things Done Works For Home Or Business

A time management system should not be for “work” OR “at home.” Getting Things Done is so effectively simple that its principles are equally applicable to the business or the household.

It’s time to celebrate. As my wife has reminded me often, it is not stupid to place household chores, such as fixing the broken window, on the same list as balancing the company bank statement.

You will find that Getting Things Done actually encourages you to use this system in all areas of your life. It is pointless to be a time management athlete at work if your home, family and health are wasting away due to lack of attention.

Getting Things Done Is An Effective Stress Busting Strategy

This time management system does not fall apart when work or life throws the unexpected curve ball at you. To the contrary, Getting Things Done is flexible enough to allow you to maintain your productivity regardless of the stress level.

Take A Look At Getting Things Done As An Effective Time Management Strategy

I found Getting Things Done to be an easy time management system to learn and implement. In addition, because of its popularity, you can find a lot of free information about it on the internet.

To find out more, buy the book.

It is available for less than a hamburger and fries. You can get your copy of Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity here at Amazon.com.