Title: Getting things done : the art of stress-free productivity /
Authors: Allen, David, 1945 December 28-
Publisher: Viking,
Year: 2001
Subjects: Time management.; Self-management (Psychology); Time Management
Abstract: Based on the premise that productivity is directly proportional to one's ability to handle tasks in a relaxed manner, the author offers strategies for self-management that minimize stress and enhance one's focus and efficiency.
Contents: The art of getting things done. A new practice for a new reality ; Getting control of your life : the five stages of mastering workflow ; Getting projects creatively under way : the five phases of project planning -- Practicing stress-free productivity. Getting started : setting up the time, space, and tools ; Collection : corralling your "stuff" ; Processing : getting "in" to empty ; Organizing : setting up the right buckets ; Reviewing : keeping your system functional ; Doing : making the best action choices ; Getting projects under control -- The power of the key principles. The power of the collection habit ; The power of the next-action decision ; The power of outcome focusing.