Ep. 304: Slice of GTD Life with Simon Penhaligon

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Apr 2, 2025

Join Simon Penhaligon, a key account manager from Australia, who shares his inspiring journey of implementing GTD in just one weekend to tackle a doubled workload. He candidly discusses the challenges of balancing a new job and family life while managing adult ADHD. Discover how he achieved 'inbox zero' and utilized digital tools like Evernote and Outlook to regain control over his tasks. Simon highlights the transformative impact of GTD on productivity and work-life balance, making room for precious family time.

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ANECDOTE

Double Workload

Simon's company asked him to take on double his workload, a seemingly impossible task.
He was already stressed and had ADHD, making it even more challenging.

ANECDOTE

Weekend Implementation

Simon found and implemented GTD in a single weekend, driven by the need to manage his increased responsibilities.
He listened to the audiobook and immediately began applying the principles.

ADVICE

Digital System

Simon uses Outlook for email and calendar and Evernote for his GTD system.
He recommends integrating Evernote with email for seamless task capture.

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Prepare to be inspired by Simon Penhaligon's one-weekend implementation of GTD. After agreeing to take on twice his usual workload, Simon knew he needed a new way of working. Over one intense weekend, he listened to the Getting Things Done audiobook, and set up his system. Since getting into the GTD groove, Simon has been able to handle the expanded workload, while driving his inbox to zero daily, and still spending evenings and weekends with his wife and daughter. He uses Microsoft Outlook for email and calendar, and Evernote for everything else.

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