Getting Things Done
Ep. 261: Slice of GTD Life with Jason Atwood
Jun 5, 2024
Jason Atwood, CEO of Arkus, Inc., leads a remote-first company where productivity triumphs over mere presence. He discusses effective communication strategies for remote work, emphasizing the importance of trust and clear metrics. The conversation also explores management styles that adapt to employee preferences and the significance of a distraction-free approach to digital engagement. Atwood shares insights on mastering weekly reviews, setting clear communication standards, and redefining productivity to foster a more balanced work environment.
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- Jason Atwood embeds GTD in company culture focusing on effective communication and trust.
- At Arcus Inc., delayed work and defined response times promote work-life balance and productivity.
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GTD Methodology Integration at Arcus Inc.
At Arcus Inc., Jason Atwood has deeply integrated the GTD methodology for himself and his company. They have adapted well to remote work, even before the pandemic, with a physical office in Times Square while primarily being a remote work company. Despite the challenges of remote work during the pandemic, they managed well due to their prior experience with distributed systems and remote tools. Arcus Inc. has communication standards defining response times and values delayed work to balance personal time and productivity.
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