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David Allen

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Heard in 7 episodes across 5 shows since Jul 2026

David Allen is an author and productivity consultant best known for creating the time management method known as "Getting Things Done" (GTD). He is the author of the influential book of the same name and has appeared as a guest on popular programs like The Tim Ferriss Show.

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Episodes

7
across 5 shows

First heard

Jul 2026

Guest appearances

3

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What David Allen has said on podcasts

23 statements

  1. on Capturing mental commitmentsNeutralOct 2, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Capturing all mental commitments typically takes professionals one to six hours.

    “that process, Tim, takes usually, in my experience over all these years, for the mid to senior level professional that we actually coach with this process, it takes 1 to 6 hours just to capture what has their attention.”

    Listen at 21:57

    Open the episode · #885: How to Simplify Your Life — Tips from Oliver Burkeman, Chip Conley, Elizabeth Gilbert, and More
  2. on CommitmentPositiveOct 2, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    People must externalize commitments to avoid breaking agreements with themselves.

    “you do need to get it out of your head.”

    Listen at 23:58

    Open the episode · #885: How to Simplify Your Life — Tips from Oliver Burkeman, Chip Conley, Elizabeth Gilbert, and More
  3. on Personal commitmentsPositiveOct 2, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Avoiding broken agreements requires declining, fulfilling, or renegotiating commitments.

    “If you don't want to have a broken agreement, you have 3 options. One is don't make the agreement.”

    Listen at 24:12

    Open the episode · #885: How to Simplify Your Life — Tips from Oliver Burkeman, Chip Conley, Elizabeth Gilbert, and More
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