Ep. 279: David and Ed talk about Team

Oct 9, 2024

David Allen, the mastermind behind the Getting Things Done system, and Ed Lamont, founder of major GTD distribution partners, delve into their upcoming book on teamwork. They discuss the significance of enhancing team dynamics in various settings, from workplaces to friendships. Discover their insights on cultivating 'healthy high performance' within teams, emphasizing balance and engagement. They also tackle the hurdles posed by high turnover and suggest how GTD can streamline efforts, making team collaboration more effective than ever.

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INSIGHT

GTD in Dysfunctional Environments

Many individuals proficient in GTD return to dysfunctional work environments.
This highlights a need for team-wide adoption of GTD principles.

INSIGHT

Low Workplace Engagement

Workplace engagement is alarmingly low, even with efforts to improve it.
GTD principles offer a simple, though not easy, solution for better team performance.

ADVICE

Universal Application of GTD

Apply GTD principles to any team, regardless of size or formality.
This book provides a distilled education on effective teamwork.

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David Allen and Ed Lamont talk about the new book, Team: Getting Things Done with Others. The book is scheduled for publication in May 2024. In this recording, David and Ed share about why they wrote it, and how it can help teams of any size, whether they're comprised of colleagues at work, family members, or friends.

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