Getting Things Done Ep. 342: David Allen and Dan Pardi
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Dec 25, 2025 Dan Pardi, a sleep scientist and founder of HumanOS, dives into the intricate relationship between sleep, health, and productivity. He shares insights on how effective organization impacts personal well-being and work efficiency. The discussion highlights cultural shifts in valuing sleep, the benefits of using tools like Workflowy for task management, and the importance of aligning tasks with mental energy levels. Pardi also offers practical strategies for creating productive environments and emphasizes the role of habit design in enhancing performance.
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How Dan Found And Adopted GTD
- Dan Pardi discovered GTD in the mid-2000s, read the book repeatedly, and implemented its principles daily.
- He credits GTD with radically improving his personal productivity and how he runs his small company.
From Genomics To Sleep Science
- Dan Pardi stumbled into sleep science via a genomics company that closed, then joined a firm working on narcolepsy.
- That career twist sparked his fascination with sleep and led to a PhD and work in sleep medicine.
Plan Your Day The Night Before
- Do a nightly ordering of tasks by priority, starting with 10-minute clears then larger projects.
- Use state-aware sequencing: move to lower-brain-power tasks when your energy dips.