I’ve been a loyal fan of David Allen’s Getting Things Done (GTD) for years. In fact, I make it a ritual to re-read the book every few years to reset my productivity baseline.
The most sticky habit I picked up? The Two-Minute Rule. The concept is simple: If a task takes less than two minutes to complete, do it immediately. Don’t file it. Don’t schedule it. Just do it.
It’s the secret behind my responsiveness. I clear the small stuff instantly to keep my mental deck clear.
But GenAI has redefined what is possible in “Two Minutes.” We’ve moved from simple maintenance to strategic output:
- Then: Sending a quick “Yes/No” reply or forwarding a file.
- Now: Drafting a comprehensive email, summarizing a 20-page report, or brainstorming strategic angles for a deck.
The rule remains, but the ROI has skyrocketed. We aren’t just clearing administrative clutter anymore; we are clearing strategic hurdles in the time it takes to brew a coffee.
How are you using AI to expand your two-minute window?
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