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GTD.

I can't understand why GTD is not anymore trendy (at least in HN) once it is the most efficient system I ever used. Since I implemented it, my life changed and I not even thought of going back. If you ever get curious about GTD, besides reading the original book (Get Things Done by David Allen) you can have a look at my implementation: https://github.com/we-build-dreams/hamster-gtd , might be a good starting point.

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GTD isn't suited well for creative, deep work where you can't possibly determine what the next action is.

If you'd like to read more about it: http://calnewport.com/blog/

That being said, whatever floats your boat ;-)

I don't use GTD to take control of present moment actions (listing every small action would be a waste of time that is better spent 'determining what the next action is'), I use it mostly to not forget delayed important tasks. As I grow old and grow in responsabilities I easily forget stuff and I don't want to be worried about it.

I think GTD is a system that must be adapted to your particular work and personality. You can't use it out-of-the-box, that's why I recomend my implementation only as a starting point.

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