Best Getting Things Done (GTD Podcasts (2025)

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130. GTD® Tools Check-in 2025 1:13:31

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In this episode, Morten and Lars give their yearly update on the tools they use in their GTD practices.They'll highlight the changes in their systems over the last years, including:- What's new from a hardware and software perspective- How Morten is liking the new Remarkable and some Apple devices- How Lars is playing with both AI and paper in his …

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Ep. 336: Slice of GTD Life with Prachi 43:28

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Prachi has an inspiring success story, based on applying the GTD methodology. She began her studies in engineering, and moved on to create a citizen-led movement to mitigate climate change. She exemplifies the value of externalizing visions, goals, and objectives. In addition to a list of projects, she has a values list that she reviews regularly t…

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A Decade of Gratitude 8:09

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This week marks a special moment—it’s Thanksgiving, and 10 years of The Productivity Show. In today’s short episode, I just want to say thank you. I’ll share a few reflections from the past decade and what I’m most excited about going forward. Consider this your personal thank-you note for being part of our journey. Life insurance is never cheaper …

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A Decade of Gratitude 8:09

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This week marks a special moment—it's Thanksgiving, and 10 years of The Productivity Show. In today's short episode, I just want to say thank you. I'll share a few reflections from the past decade and what I'm most excited about going forward. Consider this your personal thank-you note for being part of our journey. Life insurance is never cheaper …

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Quang X. Pham Talks About Underdogs and Effort That Delivers Results 32:59

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Quang X. Pham — entrepreneur, author, and the first American of Vietnamese descent to become a U.S. Marine Corps aviator. Quang’s story is the definition of an underdog’s rise — from a young refugee in America to leading a Nasdaq-listed biotech company. His new book, Underdog Nation: Zer…

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Productivity Tips for Managers (TPS588) 47:41

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Managers and team leaders, this episode is for you! We’re diving deep into actionable strategies to boost your productivity and empower your teams. Learn how to master communication, build high-performing teams, leverage automation, and optimize your personal workflow. We’ll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you get the important…

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Productivity Tips for Managers (TPS588) 47:41

1d ago47:41

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Managers and team leaders, this episode is for you! We’re diving deep into actionable strategies to boost your productivity and empower your teams. Learn how to master communication, build high-performing teams, leverage automation, and optimize your personal workflow. We’ll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you get the important…

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Productivity Tips for Managers (TPS588) 47:42

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Managers and team leaders, this episode is for you! We're diving deep into actionable strategies to boost your productivity and empower your teams. Learn how to master communication, build high-performing teams, leverage automation, and optimize your personal workflow. We'll share practical tips and real-world examples to help you get the important…

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Bonus episode: Announcing our LIVE Global Weekly Review - Dec 1 2025 4:42

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In this mini episode, Morten and Lars share the details on the upcoming event: Their Global Guided GTD Weekly Review!This even streams live on YouTube and it's of course free to join us. You can find links to sign up below, we really hope to see you there!And as always, we'd love for you to follow or connect with us on LinkedIn! We always like to c…

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The Tiny 20% That Changes Everything: The Hidden Lever Behind Real Productivity 9:37

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How is it possible that a small fraction of your tasks is responsible for almost all of your progress? Most people drown in endless to-dos, believing productivity comes from doing more. But the truth is far more straightforward, and far more liberating. In this encore episode, we unpack the 20% of actions that quietly drive 80% of your results, and…

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The Tiny 20% That Changes Everything: The Hidden Lever Behind Real Productivity 9:37

2d ago9:37

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How is it possible that a small fraction of your tasks is responsible for almost all of your progress? Most people drown in endless to-dos, believing productivity comes from doing more. But the truth is far more straightforward, and far more liberating. In this encore episode, we unpack the 20% of actions that quietly drive 80% of your results, and…

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Chris Dalla Riva Talks About Music, Data, and the Stories Behind the Hits 45:44

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This episode of A Productive Conversation features Chris Dalla Riva, a musician, data analyst, and Senior Product Manager at Audiomack who bridges the gap between creativity and analytics. Chris joins me to discuss his book Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us About the Biggest Hit Songs and Ourselves. As part of his research, Chris listened t…

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The Tiny 20% That Changes Everything: The Hidden Lever Behind Real Productivity 9:38

10d ago9:38

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How is it possible that a small fraction of your tasks is responsible for almost all of your progress? Most people drown in endless to-dos, believing productivity comes from doing more. But the truth is far more straightforward, and far more liberating. In this encore episode, we unpack the 20% of actions that quietly drive 80% of your results, and…

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Ep. 337: Five Principles of Productivity 50:11

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Creator of the second-best productivity tool for GTD, Eric Mack is grounded in GTD and knowledge management. David Allen and John Forrister recently talked with Eric about his five principles of productivity software design, in the hope that it might inspire future designers to incorporate some of these principles into their applications. You can w…

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The 3-Step Q4 Blueprint to Actually Hit Your Goals (TPS587) 56:00

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Have you noticed how the final quarter of the year has a way of sneaking up on you? Either motivating you to sprint or reminding you of everything you didn’t get done? Q4 is a powerful reset point, and with the right approach, it can become the most satisfying, high-momentum stretch of your entire year. That’s why we’re sharing a simple but surpris…

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The 3-Step Q4 Blueprint to Actually Hit Your Goals (TPS587) 56:00

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Have you noticed how the final quarter of the year has a way of sneaking up on you? Either motivating you to sprint or reminding you of everything you didn’t get done? Q4 is a powerful reset point, and with the right approach, it can become the most satisfying, high-momentum stretch of your entire year. That’s why we’re sharing a simple but surpris…

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The 3-Step Q4 Blueprint to Actually Hit Your Goals (TPS587) 56:01

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Have you noticed how the final quarter of the year has a way of sneaking up on you? Either motivating you to sprint or reminding you of everything you didn't get done? Q4 is a powerful reset point, and with the right approach, it can become the most satisfying, high-momentum stretch of your entire year. That's why we're sharing a simple but surpris…

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The Flexible Path to Happiness and Productivity 8:56

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When life keeps changing, should your productivity system stay the same? In this encore episode, we share how rigid routines can start to hold you back once your priorities evolve — whether that’s starting a new job, building a relationship, or entering a completely new season of life. Discover how to plan with flexibility, stay anchored to your lo…

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The Flexible Path to Happiness and Productivity 8:56

17d ago8:56

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When life keeps changing, should your productivity system stay the same? In this encore episode, we share how rigid routines can start to hold you back once your priorities evolve — whether that’s starting a new job, building a relationship, or entering a completely new season of life. Discover how to plan with flexibility, stay anchored to your lo…

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PM Talks S2E11: Trust 38:55

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This latest edition of our monthly PM Talks series dives into a topic that underpins nearly everything we do: trust. From trusting the moment you’re in to trusting the systems you build, Patrick Rhone and I explore how this single word quietly defines the way we live, work, and connect. In this conversation, we move from the personal—trusting ourse…

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Build a Second Brain: Tiago Forte’s Playbook for Clarity and Productivity (TPS586) 50:41

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How much valuable knowledge slips through the cracks of your busy day? What are the ideas you jot down, forget, and never act on? Tiago Forte believes the key to unlocking your full potential isn’t doing more, it’s organizing what you already know. As the creator of the “Building a Second Brain” method, Tiago has helped thousands of people transfor…

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Build a Second Brain: Tiago Forte’s Playbook for Clarity and Productivity (TPS586) 50:41

19d ago50:41

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How much valuable knowledge slips through the cracks of your busy day? What are the ideas you jot down, forget, and never act on? Tiago Forte believes the key to unlocking your full potential isn’t doing more, it’s organizing what you already know. As the creator of the “Building a Second Brain” method, Tiago has helped thousands of people transfor…

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Build a Second Brain: Tiago Forte's Playbook for Clarity and Productivity (TPS586) 50:42

19d ago50:42

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How much valuable knowledge slips through the cracks of your busy day? What are the ideas you jot down, forget, and never act on? Tiago Forte believes the key to unlocking your full potential isn't doing more, it's organizing what you already know. As the creator of the "Building a Second Brain" method, Tiago has helped thousands of people transfor…

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Reset Your Day: Simple Strategies to Beat Overwhelm 8:57

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Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how ‘reset days’ can transform your productivity. Learn Thanh’s practical strategies, including brain dumps for clarity, guided meditation for mental calm, and setting hard stops to prevent burnout. Reclaim control and get back on track with these actionable tips. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TPS, and get 3 months free…

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Reset Your Day: Simple Strategies to Beat Overwhelm 8:57

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Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how ‘reset days’ can transform your productivity. Learn Thanh’s practical strategies, including brain dumps for clarity, guided meditation for mental calm, and setting hard stops to prevent burnout. Reclaim control and get back on track with these actionable tips. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TPS, and get 3 months free…

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James Kimmel Jr. Talks About The Science of Revenge and the Power of Forgiveness 48:43

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with James Kimmel Jr., JD — a Yale lecturer, lawyer, and leading researcher on the neuroscience of revenge. His new book, The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World’s Deadliest Addiction—and How to Overcome It, explores why our brains crave retaliation and how forgiveness can literally r…

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Reset Your Day: Simple Strategies to Beat Overwhelm 8:58

24d ago8:58

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Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how 'reset days' can transform your productivity. Learn Thanh's practical strategies, including brain dumps for clarity, guided meditation for mental calm, and setting hard stops to prevent burnout. Reclaim control and get back on track with these actionable tips. Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TPS, and get 3 months free…

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Ep. 335: Context-based Lists 34:29

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Our most recent Office Hour has another engaging discussion of GTD and productivity. We shared "ah ha" moments about context-based lists and making the weekly review easier. We considered how much the higher horizons need to be detailed out (or not). And we had plenty of tool talk about Google apps, Nirvana, Todoist, paper, and the search for a per…

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Apps & Tools We Can’t Live Without (TPS585) 48:33

26d ago48:33

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Discover the essential apps and tools that truly boost productivity without adding digital clutter. In this episode, we share our must-have software and hardware, from text expanders and note-taking systems like Notion and Apple Notes, to the latest AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, and even quality equipment. Learn how to choose wisely, integrate …

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Apps & Tools We Can’t Live Without (TPS585) 48:33

26d ago48:33

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Discover the essential apps and tools that truly boost productivity without adding digital clutter. In this episode, we share our must-have software and hardware, from text expanders and note-taking systems like Notion and Apple Notes, to the latest AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, and even quality equipment. Learn how to choose wisely, integrate …

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Apps & Tools We Can't Live Without (TPS585) 48:33

26d ago48:33

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Discover the essential apps and tools that truly boost productivity without adding digital clutter. In this episode, we share our must-have software and hardware, from text expanders and note-taking systems like Notion and Apple Notes, to the latest AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, and even quality equipment. Learn how to choose wisely, integrate …

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Beyond Basics: Advanced TEA Framework Strategies 8:38

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Ready to level up your productivity? This Wisdom Wednesday, we’re diving deep into advanced strategies for the TEA Framework—Time, Energy, and Attention. Discover how to use theme-based focus, align tasks with your natural energy, and leverage constraints to eliminate busywork. Learn how continuous review can transform your productivity, helping yo…

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Beyond Basics: Advanced TEA Framework Strategies 8:38

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Ready to level up your productivity? This Wisdom Wednesday, we’re diving deep into advanced strategies for the TEA Framework—Time, Energy, and Attention. Discover how to use theme-based focus, align tasks with your natural energy, and leverage constraints to eliminate busywork. Learn how continuous review can transform your productivity, helping yo…

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Hannah Bookbinder Talks About ADHD, Awareness, and Unlocking Inner Superpowers 32:13

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In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Bookbinder, founder of AcademicAlly, LLC, and creator of the MyTOAD App—an innovative tool designed to help people manage time, organization, accountability, and focus. With over 25 years of experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, Hannah brings both expertise and empathy to the conversation. We expl…

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Ep. 334: Working with People Who Don't GTD 42:04

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In our most recent Office Hour, we discussed how to work with others who don't practice GTD, and how to influence them to work more productively. We also went into some detail on ways to succeed with consistent reviews of your system at various time intervals. You can watch a video version of this Office Hour from February 2025 at GTD Connect®. -- …

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129. Listener questions #18 & Summer Camp revisited 56:35

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In this episode, Morten and Lars provide their perspectives on a question from listener Ida and also revisit some of their key memories from GTD Summer Camp 2025, including:- How to introduce GTD to someone close to burnout- Some tracks from the 2025 Summer Camp that stood out for Morten/Lars- How Lars' GTD practice is different following the GTD S…

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Aligned to Thrive: How Your Posture Can Supercharge Your Productivity and Eliminate Pain w/ Rick Mathes (TPS584) 52:56

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Ever notice how sitting a little taller instantly makes you feel more alert and confident? There’s real science behind that. Your posture isn’t just about how you look — it directly affects your energy, focus, and productivity. When your body is misaligned, it’s not just your back that suffers; your brain does too. In this encore episode, Thanh sit…