Notebooks are great for capturing ideas, but a well-managed to-do list is essential for productivity.

Productivity tools can be distracting and may impose someone else's way of thinking on me; it's okay to use simple tools like Apple Notes or spreadsheets instead.

It's not about which to-do list software you choose; the key is to adopt one and use it effectively.

I have to go over the same page repeatedly to retain information because my brain struggles with retention due to ADD and ADHD. I write everything down daily to create a photographic memory of the material.

I prioritize my tasks by making daily lists and focusing on what I want to accomplish, accepting that my role will often be interrupt-driven.

My productivity system is built on three key pillars: ensure important tasks are completed, avoid wasting time on trivial matters, and make extensive lists.

To maximize productivity, it's crucial to prioritize your to-do list over being driven by emails and meetings.

I prefer a noisy environment for writing, as it helps me concentrate better than a quiet one.

At other times, my hands are the bottleneck; I know the code in my head but need to write it down.