December brings the closure of another year, encouraging reflection as well as excitement for the future. Engage in holiday celebrations, provide service, and foster peace. Then, hope and prepare for an amazing 2025. December Checklist Pocket Size: Franklin Five Checklist – Pocket December Checklist Compact Size: Franklin Five Checklist – Compact December Checklist Classic Size: Franklin Five Checklist- …
The concept of the “Circle of Influence” provides a powerful framework for understanding how we can take control of our lives and effect positive change. Covey encourages us to examine where we focus our time and energy—within our Circle of Influence (the things we can control) or our Circle of Concern (the things we can’t …
“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” –Stephen R. Covey
Gratitude is often defined as a sense of happiness and thankfulness in response to fortunate events, tangible gifts, or positive life experiences. It is both a temporary state and a long-term trait. At any given moment, we can feel grateful for something or someone, and over time, we can nurture gratitude as a character trait, …
“Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” –Albert Einstein
In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey emphasizes the power of a proactive mindset, explaining how our ability to choose our responses to life’s challenges sets us apart from the reactive tendencies that often govern human behavior. This section, spanning pages 74-88, serves as a transformative guide to understanding personal responsibility and …
“Between stimulus and response, man has the freedom to choose.” –Stephen R. Covey
As the holiday season approaches, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the tasks on our to-do lists. Between selecting meaningful gifts, managing our budgets, and coordinating events, it’s no wonder many find this time of year stressful. That’s why adopting smart seasonal strategies now can be your secret to a joyful, stress-free holiday season. Here …
“The will to succeed is important, but what’s more important is the will to prepare” — Bobby Knight
Have you started your holiday shopping yet? Whether you have or not, give yourself some peace of mind by having your gift giving organized and in one place. Download this Holiday Gift List and track who you’re giving the gift to, what it is, how much it cost, and its wrapping status! Pocket Size: Holiday …
“As you live your values, your sense of identity, integrity, control, and inner-directedness will infuse you with both exhilaration and peace.” –Stephen R. Covey
At this point in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey invites readers to pause and reflect on the journey ahead. As you’ve followed along with our book club, you may have found yourself wondering: Why should I continue reading? Covey answers this question by emphasizing the profound and lasting changes these habits …
Continue reading “Book Club: Why Continue Reading? (pg. 59-70)”
November is a month of gratitude. It’s a busy and fun time as we gather with friends and family and see the first snow on the ground. Use this month to start a gratitude journal, enjoy food and family on Thanksgiving Day, and start your holiday shopping! Check out our weekly Franklin Planner Talk blog …
“Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” –Paul J. Meyer
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of being constantly busy without actually accomplishing anything meaningful. We fill our schedules with tasks and commitments, but at the end of the day, we may feel overwhelmed and unfulfilled. This is where mindful productivity comes into play. We often find ourselves in what’s …
In these pages of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey introduces us to the powerful parable of the Golden Goose, which he uses to illustrate a crucial principle of personal and professional effectiveness. This story offers timeless wisdom about the balance between producing results (what Covey calls “P”) and maintaining the capacity …
“You can buy a person’s hand but you can’t buy his heart.” –Stephen R. Covey
In the hustle of daily life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of tasks, emotions, and decisions. However, in those moments of chaos, taking a step back and engaging in self-reflection can provide clarity and calm. Self-reflection allows us to evaluate our behavior, identify patterns, and recognize both our strengths and weaknesses. …
“The unexamined life is not worth living.” –Socrates
This October, engage in Purposeful Planning with weekly action items that will help you challenge yourself to greater productivity. Pocket Size – Purposeful Planning Checklist PO Compact Size – Purposeful Planning Checklist CO Classic Size – Purposeful Planning Checklist CL Monarch Size – Purposeful Planning Checklist MO
