

The techniques of the past are just ineffective in the modern environment.
David Allen, an expert coach and management consultant, discusses in his book Getting Things Done the innovative techniques for stress-free performance that he has taught to tens of thousands of people worldwide.
Allen's argument is straightforward: our capacity for relaxation directly correlates with our level of productivity.
We can only be effectively productive and realize our creative potential when our minds are clear and our thoughts are well-organized.
Allen explains in Getting Things Done how to:
Use the "do it, delegate it, defer it, drop it" approach to clear your inbox. Reevaluate your objectives and maintain focus in the face of shifting circumstances.
Plan projects and get them unstuck. Get over feelings of overwhelm, perplexity, and anxiety. Feel good about the things you're not doing.