The 2-Minute Rule is one of the simplest ways to stop procrastinating, and start building momentum immediately.

David Allen says: if something takes less than two minutes, do it now. This simple rule helps you find clarity, stay focused in fast-paced environments, rid yourself of unnecessary overwhelm.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
👉 What the 2-Minute Rule is and how it works
👉 How small tasks create “drag” on your system
👉 Why immediate action beats organizing or delaying

Timestamps:
00:00 Meg introduction
00:30 The two minute rule
01:00 Be like Teflon

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💭 Reflection question: What’s one 2-minute task you’ve been putting off?

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David Allen shares a powerful insight: everything you do falls into one of two categories, create or complete.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
👉 The difference between “creating” and “completing”
👉 Why finishing tasks often sparks new ideas
👉 A simple mental model to guide your next action

Timestamps:
00:00 Meg introduction
00:30 You're here to complete and create
01:49 Best practices for each

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Trying to keep everything in your head?

If you’re using your brain as a to-do list, this insight from David Allen may change how you work.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
👉 Why your brain is a “crappy office” for managing tasks
👉 The hidden cost of trying to remember everything

Timestamps:
00:00 Meg introduction
00:47 Building an external brain
01:50 Your mind is sneaky
02:19 You are not your work


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GTD Focus is the exclusive provider of GTD® one-to-one coaching in the U.S. and Canada. Our coaches have logged tens of thousands of hours helping leaders, creatives, and professionals bring clarity and control to their commitments.

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