Getting Things Done (GTD) — Process Overview

A concise visual reference for David Allen’s Getting Things Done system — one of the most widely adopted personal productivity frameworks. Covers the full capture-to-action workflow and the three habits that make it work.

The GTD Flow #

1. In-Box — Everything in one spot: emails, requests, brain flashes, ideas, future plans
2. Process daily — Is it actionable? If no: trash, someday/maybe, or reference. If yes: do it (under 2 min), schedule it, or add to a project plan
3. Review Next Actions / Schedule — Throughout the day
4. Weekly Review — Review all project plans, someday/maybe lists, and next actions

The three GTD habits: Process your in-box daily · Review next actions and your schedule throughout the day · Review project plans weekly