David Allen

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

Productivity expert and author of the influential "Getting Things Done" methodology, which has shaped modern task management systems. His framework is frequently referenced in podcast discussions about planning, prioritization, and delegation, including by successful entrepreneurs who apply his principles to their own workflows.

Appears On

Deep Questions with Cal Newport Mick Unplugged "The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis The Mello Millionaire with Tommy Mello The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett The Home Service Expert Podcast

Episode Appearances

Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Mar 2, 2026

Ep. 394: Do I Need a Better Planning System?

“Productivity expert whose Getting Things Done methodology influences modern task management systems”

Planning Systems DesignTask Management and CaptureTime Blocking and Calendar Management

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Mick Unplugged · Feb 20, 2026

Jaggedness Principle: Rethinking Talent & Success from Todd Rose

“Author of 'Getting Things Done' organizational system that Todd Rose uses daily for priority management”

Jaggedness Principle and human multidimensionalityCollective illusions and social conformity biasTalent management and comparative advantage

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"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis · Jan 18, 2026

Pioneering PAI: How Daniel Miessler's Personal AI Infrastructure Activates Human Agency & Creativity

Personal AI Infrastructure (PI) FrameworkAI-driven labor displacementCybersecurity automation and AI-vs-AI warfare

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The Mello Millionaire with Tommy Mello · Jan 2, 2026

Brokering Billions in Real Estate with Leo Pareja

“Author of 'Getting Things Done'; framework Leo uses for radical prioritization and delegation”

AI adoption and competitive advantage in real estateConsumer-first business strategy and friction reductionB2B SaaS product evolution toward conversational AI interfaces

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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Dec 29, 2025

Chris Williamson: If You Don't Fix This Now, 2026 Is Already Over!

“Author of 'Getting Things Done'; productivity framework cited for breaking tasks into 'next physical actions'”

Annual goal-setting frameworks and reflection templatesSubtraction vs. addition in time management and priority settingThe lonely chapter and social friction during personal growth

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The Home Service Expert Podcast · Sep 22, 2025

AI and the Transformation of Business with Leo Pajera

“Author of Getting Things Done; framework Leo uses for prioritization and time management”

AI and Large Language Models in BusinessChatGPT Enterprise ImplementationReal Estate Technology and Virtual-First Platforms

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