Review: Ready For Anything, 52 Productivity Principles for Getting Things Done by David Allen

Review: Ready For Anything, 52 Productivity Principles for Getting Things Done by David Allen.

ISBN-10: 0143034545
ISBN-13: 978-0143034544

PROS:

  • Advice is presented in intense, “bite-sized” sets of tips that make for easy reading.
  • Little wasted space
  • Stories help illustrate the points.
  • Comes with insightful exercises to get the most out of the advice – and shock you into awareness.

CONS:

  • You really have to read “Getting Things Done” to get the most value out of the book.

SUMMARY: An indispensable, insight-filled companion to “Getting Things Done” – just read that book first.

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Book Review: Getting Things Done by David Allen

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity
by David Allen
# ISBN-10: 0142000280
# ISBN-13: 978-0142000281

PROS:

  • Presents a serious, workable system for getting organizing.
  • Explores the psychology of organization and planning.
  • Easy to read and very personable.


CONS:

  • The book's hardcore approach to organization may not work for everyone.


SUMMARY:
If you're willing to take a shot at re-organizing the way you organize your life, this is a must-read book. 

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