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How to Get Things Done
James Bedford
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Oct 2026
The author struggled with task management but found success using simple paper methods like the Bullet Journal and a weekly spread. Writing tasks by hand helps focus on what truly matters and avoid overloading the mind. The key is to keep productivity simple, be honest about what to do or skip, and set aside time daily to plan and reflect.
12 Oct 2026
Schedule creativity - Whilst tasks generally are something you can tick off and complete, I have found that scheduling time to “think about X” has been really beneficial. This is a very recent thing for me, but it has already proved to be incredibly valuable. It could be as simple as sitting and thinking about a topic, making some notes or mind mapping.