Getting things done with a Moleskine

This is going to sound pretty simplistic, but one of the best things that I’ve done to significantly improve my productivity is carry a notebook with me at all times. My preference is the moleskine.

I receive many comments from people about my moleskine. Perhaps it’s because I guard it closely and don’t let it out of my sight? Or perhaps, it’s because it looks like a passport and they think I could be trying to make a quick get away anytime soon?

The truth is, the molekine Is my front-end collection system for GTD. It’s been over 18 months since I started using the molekine/GTD productivity combination and I seriously don’t know how I ever managed to get anything done previously.

GTD rests on the principle that you need to off-load what needs to get done from your head — ideas, tasks, notes, inspirations, sketches — by recording them somewhere. This is so fundamental to stress-free productivity.

So, I carry my pocket-sized moleskine everywhere I go. And I do mean ‘everywhere’. I’m literally never without it. If I do find myself without it, I start to break out in a cold sweat of panic and dread. Of course, I could just get another notebook, or scrap of paper, even a simple napkin would suffice — but let’s not discuss logic and reasoning here.

I have a couple of friends who — after seeing me do it almost religously — have also adopted this practice (and love the molekine too). They have commented to me about their own successes, which I’m really pleased to share.

I’m also keen to share GTD experiences with others, both new and experienced. I’ve set up a facebook group for Aussie GTDers. Join me there, or feel free to contact me.

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