There is no one-size fits all system for your tasks, time, and goals. But there are good things about different systems and tools that can help you.

A good system for managing your tasks, your time, and your ideas should hopefully include these elements:

• Allows you to clarify your priorities and act in order
• It’s something you understand and enjoy using
• It allows you to focus on the right things at the right time
• Efficiency: you’re able to do more in less time (instead of taking a long time to do very little)
• Anxiety and stress are reduced (not exasperated)
• You know if you hit the mark
• It’s repeatable and sustainable

If I had to pick just two: sustainability and enjoyment would be at the top of the list. Otherwise, you’ll never use what you’ve got.