How I Work Why Adam Alter’s to-do list system is so simple
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Oct 18, 2023 
Adam Alter, Professor of Marketing at NYU’s Stern School of Business, shares his simple to-do list system and strategies for auditing productivity and energy. He emphasizes the value of physical tools and apps for running and the benefits of weekly audits. Alter also discusses the importance of diversification and sleep prioritization.
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Handle Small Tasks Quickly
- Address small tasks immediately to avoid them becoming larger distractions.
- This clears the way for more focused deep work on larger tasks.
Prioritize Tasks by Size
- Organize tasks from smallest to biggest using a simple to-do list app.
- Tackle the smallest tasks during spare moments to create space for deep work.
Email Management System
- Manage emails like memory: inbox (working), to-do list (short-term), calendar reminders (long-term).
- This helps declutter the mind and avoid multitasking.