#074 - Tiago Forte - The Definitive Guide To Digital Productivity

this was the layer that was really addressed by GTD, which said, you know, the way that you manage tasks is not, or it doesn't have to be haphazard,…

Cal Newport

But if you were to think back to a typical job, 50 to a hundred years ago, cranking widgets, I think is the term that Cal Newport uses.

Nir Eyal

I went to the habit summit which is near ialls the the author of hooked um his kind of behavior change habit design stuff.

Guest: Tiago Forte

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Tiago Forte is a blogger, company owner and productivity coach. We all use digital tools, and some of us spend most of our lives at their mercy. Today we are going to learn the most effective process for having a productive digital life. Tiago has created nothing short of a curriculum for maximising your digital productivity and on this episode he takes us through his entire process including all his favourite recommendations for apps and tactics. This is straight gold, do not sleep on it. Extra Stuff: Check out Tiago's Website & Courses - https://www.fortelabs.co/ The original blog post which inspired this episode - https://praxis.fortelabs.co/the-digital-productivity-pyramid/ AirPods - https://amzn.to/2Vw8zn7 Pocket - https://getpocket.com InstaPaper - https://www.instapaper.com/ Calendly - https://calendly.com/ Superhuman - https://superhuman.com/ 1Password (Code MODWISDOM for 3 Months Free) - https://1password.com/sign-up/ Things - https://culturedcode.com/things/ Alfred App - https://www.alfredapp.com/ Be Focused Timer - https://xwavesoft.com/be-focused-pro-for-iphone-ipad-mac-os-x.html One Touch To Inbox Zero article - https://praxis.fortelabs.co/one-touch-to-inbox-zero-a74cfa02e5bf/ Hours Tracker - http://www.hourstrackerapp.com/ Getting Things Done by David Allen - https://amzn.to/2LQycPF Evernote (with referral gains) - https://www.evernote.com/referral/Registration.action?sig=a51c13796a1906976e4d676cbcc756e7836bf4767d9d76e822ed017352c3df86&uid=62953055 Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact

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Best for Individuals seeking to improve their productivity and task management skills.Often cited around task management and workflow

“I read the updated edition of GTD, which was in 2015, and he says all these times, reference information is one of the most powerful, high potential ways of completely revolutionizing your productivity.”

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Key quote: “this was the layer that was really addressed by GTD, which said, you know, the way that you manage tasks is not, or it doesn't have to be haphazard, random, just reactive to whatever is coming across your plate.”

The host discusses the principles of GTD (Getting Things Done) as a systematic approach to managing tasks. They emphasize its relevance and effectiveness, noting that many people continue to discover its benefits even years after its introduction.

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Best for knowledge workers and productivity enthusiastsOften cited around productivity and work performance

“I was reading deep work by Cal Newport recently. I know it's overdue and his publishers sent me very kindly.”

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Trigger: productivity and work performance

For: knowledge workers and productivity enthusiasts

Key quote: “But if you were to think back to a typical job, 50 to a hundred years ago, cranking widgets, I think is the term that Cal Newport uses.”

The host mentions 'Deep Work' by Cal Newport to illustrate the challenges of measuring productivity in modern knowledge work. Newport's insights help frame the discussion around the need for a skills-based approach rather than traditional metrics.

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Trigger: habit formation and behavior change

For: Individuals interested in productivity and habit formation.

Key quote: “I went to the habit summit which is near ialls the the author of hooked um his kind of behavior change habit design stuff.”

The host mentions 'Hooked' by Nir Eyal in the context of discussing systematic processes for forming habits. This book is referenced as part of a broader exploration of behavior change and habit design, particularly in relation to productivity.

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Getting Things Done

David Allen

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Trigger: productivity apps and methods

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Key quote: “But then the four apps are basically I said task manager.”

The host briefly mentions David Allen's book 'Getting Things Done' in relation to productivity strategies. They reference the two-minute rule from the book as a helpful method for managing tasks efficiently.

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The 4-Hour Workweek

Tim Ferriss

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Trigger: speed reading techniques

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Key quote: “Tim Ferriss is referenced for his techniques on speed reading, specifically how to read books more efficiently.”

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Atomic Habits

James Clear

Best for Individuals interested in personal developmentOften cited around habit formation and behavior change

“The discussion revolves around habit formation and behavior change, referencing James Clear's work on habits.”

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Trigger: habit formation and behavior change

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Key quote: “The discussion revolves around habit formation and behavior change, referencing James Clear's work on habits.”

The host briefly mentions 'Atomic Habits' to highlight its relevance in understanding how habits are formed. This reference serves to underscore the importance of behavior change in personal development.

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Digital Minimalism

Cal Newport

Best for knowledge workers and productivity enthusiastsOften cited around digital productivity framework

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Trigger: digital productivity framework

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Key quote: “I was reading deep work by Cal Newport recently.”

The host mentions 'Digital Minimalism' as part of a discussion on productivity and the challenges of measuring output in modern knowledge work. This reference highlights the evolving nature of work and the need for frameworks that prioritize skill development over traditional metrics.

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