Mind Management, Not Time Management: Productivity When Creativity Matters (Getting Art Done Book 2)

Harness your brain’s hidden architecture to conquer information overload and reclaim your time

David Kadavy

2020

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About This Book

In our world of endless notifications and distractions, your mind can feel like a cluttered desk—crammed with ideas, to-dos, and half-remembered plans. This guide transforms that chaos into clarity. You’ll learn how your brain’s built-in attention systems and memory quirks work—and how to turn them from liabilities into your greatest strengths. From designating “cognitive prosthetics” like key hooks and labeled drawers, to harnessing the power of deliberate sorting and effective decision shortcuts, you’ll discover proven strategies for a calmer, more focused life. Get ready to turn information overload into organized opportunity.

About the Author

Daniel J. Levitin is a neuroscientist, musician, and award-winning author. A former vice president at Apple and Columbia Records, he holds a PhD in psychology and neuroscience, and teaches at McGill University. His bestselling books have revolutionized how we think about music and the mind. Levitin’s blend of deep research, real-world examples, and clear writing has guided millions to harness their own brains more effectively.

Biggest Takeaway

You’ll gain practical systems to securely off-load routine mental tasks into simple external tools, freeing your mind to focus on what truly matters. Learn to categorize and prioritize automatically, drastically reduce time wasted searching for lost items or rereading e-mails, and make better decisions even under stress. By mastering attention switches, you’ll build habits that foster creativity, reduce mistakes, and leave room for what energizes you most: relationships, hobbies, and big-picture thinking.