“Accept the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory.” -George S. Patton
Simplifying Your December
December 9, 2019December is often filled with excitement and tradition—the aroma of pie emanating from the kitchen and the warmth of family. Yet, sometimes you can get through the whole month and wonder where the holiday went. It’s easy to get caught up in holiday parties, school concerts, classroom treat days, and busy family traditions. All …
The Franklin Five: December 2019
December 2, 2019December is here! Time to prepare for the upcoming holidays and more family time. Here are a few more things to add to your list: December Checklist Pocket Size: PDF December Checklist Compact Size: PDF December Checklist Classic Size: PDF December Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
Planner Quote: December 2, 2019
December 2, 2019“Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did.” -Newt Gingrich
Planner Quote: November 25, 2019
November 25, 2019“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” -Oprah Winfrey
Tips for an Organized Thanksgiving
November 25, 2019The holiday season is a mixture of peace, joy, tradition, and chaos. For most of us, chaos is unavoidable—holiday celebrations are family affairs. The more people you add to the mix, the greater your chances of commotion, confusion, and the unexpected. Some families get through the holidays with just enough chaos to keep things interesting. …
Hyrum W. Smith – A Tribute To A Legend
November 19, 2019Hyrum W. Smith recently passed away after a fierce battle with cancer. We will miss his inviting smile and contagious enthusiasm. “When your daily activities are in concert with your highest priorities, you have a credible claim to inner peace.” —Hyrum W. Smith Hyrum founded the Franklin Quest Company in 1983. He was …
Planner Quote: November 18, 2019
November 18, 2019“When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on.” -Franklin D. Roosevelt
Introducing our NEW HerStory Planner
November 18, 2019History is filled with amazing people who have done extraordinary things. We can name several of these people: Sir Isaac Newton, Johannes Gutenberg, George Washington Carver, Winston Churchill, Albert Einstein, Mahatma Gandhi; the list could go for miles. Often overlooked in the discussion of historical achievements is the role women have played over the years. …
Planner Quote: November 11, 2019
November 11, 2019“There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty, that makes human nature rise above itself, in acts of bravery and heroism.” -Alexander Hamilton
Planner Quote: November 4, 2019
November 4, 2019“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” -Milton Berle
The Franklin Five: November 2019
November 4, 2019Welcome November! The month of gratitude is here! As the holidays approach, take time to plan family time and what matters most to you. Here are some more things to add to your list: November Checklist Pocket Size: PDF November Checklist Compact Size: PDF November Checklist Classic Size: PDF November Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
The Productivity Pyramid—Planning Daily
October 28, 2019Achieving the success you want in life takes planning and effort. You need to make time to envision what you want, study what it will take to get there, and plan those steps into your daily life. Honestly, there aren’t a lot of people out there who are doing that. You are part of a …
Planner Quote: October 28, 2019
October 28, 2019“There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that’s your own self.” -Aldous Huxley
Planner Quote: October 21, 2019
October 21, 2019“You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist.” -Indira Gandhi
The Productivity Pyramid—Planning Weekly
October 21, 2019The third step of the Productivity Pyramid is to Plan Weekly. That’s because the best daily plans emerge from weekly plans. There is a certain amount of clarity that comes with weekly planning—the clarity of a broader perspective. Weekly planning is your opportunity to view your progress with wider lens and to assess your progress …
The Productivity Pyramid—Setting Goals
October 14, 2019Those of you who have followed us for a while know that we have a tradition called Organized October. This is an opportunity to focus four solid weeks on personal growth through organizing and planning. This year we’re highlighting the Productivity Pyramid. Last week we discussed the importance of establishing your governing values. This week …
Planner Quote: October 14, 2019
October 14, 2019“The greatest gift of leadership is a boss who wants you to be successful.” -Jon Taffer
The Productivity Pyramid—Establishing Your Values
October 7, 2019In order for it to stand, the base of any pyramid has to be solid. That’s why it’s essential that you build your personal productivity pyramid on your governing values. The people, things, beliefs, ideas, and activities that you value most must be the foundation on which you build your dreams. If you set goals …
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Planner Quote: October 7, 2019
October 7, 2019“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” ― Stephen R. Covey