Zen To Done (ZTD)
Simple Productivity
Zen To Done is a productivity system that focuses on simplicity and habit formation. It is designed to help individuals develop habits that keep tasks and projects organized, and to simplify their work and personal life. The system is based on 10 habits, which are designed to be learned and practiced one at a time.
- Simplification is key to productivity
- Habit formation is essential for lasting change
- Focus on one habit at a time for maximum effectiveness
- CollectCarry a small notebook or capture tool to write down tasks, ideas, and projects as they arise.Pro tipKeep the capture tool simple and portableWarningAvoid using complex or cumbersome tools
- ProcessProcess inboxes (email, physical, voicemail, notebook) at least once a day, making decisions on each item.Pro tipUse a top-down approach to processing, making decisions on each item as you goWarningAvoid procrastinating on making decisions
- PlanSet MITs (Most Important Tasks) for the week and day, scheduling them first.Pro tipFocus on the most important tasks firstWarningAvoid overloading your schedule with too many tasks
An individual uses ZTD to simplify their work tasks and focus on the most important projects, leading to increased productivity and reduced stress.
The author, Leo Babauta, developed ZTD as a response to the complexity of other productivity systems, such as Getting Things Done (GTD). He sought to create a simpler and more practical system that would help individuals develop the habits necessary to achieve their goals.