Meet Gregory J. Gaynor

Gregory J. Gaynor

MEET GREGORY J. GAYNOR

I’m Gregory, the founder of Face Dragons — a platform built to help people conquer their chaos and build lives they’re proud of.

For nearly 20 years, I’ve lived and breathed GTD (Getting Things Done). I’ve developed productivity tools, written widely on the topic, and coached high performers across industries to gain clarity and control.

Real-World Expertise, Proven Results

Before Face Dragons, I had a career in the biotech sector, building internal systems used across multinational firms. After that, I ran a consulting company in Beijing, helping clients from all over the world land jobs at Fortune 500 companies, switch careers, and launch successful ventures.

Today, I still consult occasionally while building my own projects — including the tools I used to coach clients (now open source and free to the world).

Recognized Voice in Personal Development & Productivity

  • Published Author: My writing has appeared in news outlets across the U.S. and top global publications
  • Software Developer: I’ve built multiple tools for task management, flashcards, and knowledge systems, including a lightweight GTD app (written in Bash)
  • Knowledge Builder: I maintain a powerful second-brain Zettelkasten system, visualized via a custom-built HTML/CSS map-of-content interface
  • Content Creator: You’ll find me on GitHub, YouTube, and X, sharing what I learn and build

On Face Dragons, I love sharing my expertise on these subjects:

When I’m not writing, you can catch me at the local MMA gym, nose buried in a book, or just chilling with the family.

A Productivity Addict

I’ve been using GTD for almost 20 years. Despite trying out other productivity methods, apps, and ideas, I always comes back to “Making It All Work,” which I prefers over “Getting Things Done.”

After seeing David Allen’s plans for a never-released GTD app, I was inspired to build my own Getting Things Done Application. It follows the principles of Free, open-source, and Lightweight software; it gets out of the way so I can get things done.

I wrote it in Bash, using DMenu. If you want to take a look, check out My GTD app on GitHub.

A Lifelong Digital Nomad

I’ve lived, worked, and explored across China, Thailand, Nepal, India, Laos, and Cambodia. From remote Himalayan towns to beach huts on Thai Islands, I built businesses and coached clients from all corners of the world while learning languages, training martial arts, writing, and homeschooling my son.

That’s not just travel — it’s proof that systems and self-mastery work anywhere.

A week after this photo at Everest Base Camp in 2015, I was back on Skype taking clients’ calls.

You’ll Find Him in the Gym

When I’m not working on my laptop, I’m working out. I’m in my element whenever I can find a gym with a weight-lifting area and a heavy bag.

I started learning martial arts when I was 6 years old. It was this love for martial arts that inspired me to move to China and started my lifelong journey around Asia.

  • I’ve trained with Shaolin Monks in China
  • Trained Muay Thai in Thailand
  • Competed in Kickboxing and TKD
  • Have a black belt in Taekwondo
  • A brown belt in Mo Gwai Kune
  • Taught my first class at 16 years old
  • I’m an expert in both Yang and Chen Style Tai Chi

Follow Gregory Gaynor on Social Media

You’ll find me posting on X (formally Twitter) and Facebook, but if you prefer Mastodon or YouTube you can find me there too.

If you’d like to follow the Face Dragon Socials, you can find them on the About Face Dragons Page.

Contact Gregory

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