Outlook

For most of the last century, task management has remained fairly predictable and boring after the radical introduction of the basic “to do” list.  Most of the books and programs until fairly recently were all about how to keep and update your lists.  Same program, different wrapper.

My Dad managed his personal and professional life with a shirt-pocket holder full of 3×5 cards and plenty of change for pay phone calls.  You can’t argue with success in time management, however it is achieved, but I’m so thankful to be living and working in a different environment. 

I’m glad to report that things have changed dramatically over the past few years, especially with the emergence of new paradigms — and a handful of technologies that support them. 

While I am no expert, I can say that I finally feel comfortable with my task and email management system, thanks to ”Total Workday Control” by Michael Linenberger. 

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