There’s no place like home for the holidays, right? The only problem is that everyone else seems to have the same idea at this time of year. If you’re looking for some ideas to minimize the stress of traveling around the holidays, keep these helpful tips in mind. Give gift cards or ship presents to …
6 Tips to Help You Find the Motivation to Get Organized
November 24, 2014
By Monica Friel Is it hard to find the time to get to that looming organizing project? People often say they don’t have the time, but it may have more to do with having the energy than the time. You can always find time for what’s important, but sometimes it’s hard to find the energy …
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Happy Thanksgiving
November 24, 2014
Thanksgiving is four days away. If you haven’t already, you’d better hit the grocery store. Make a shopping list today. Organize your list by produce, meats, dairy etc., so you won’t forget any essentials as you race through the store. While you’re there, take note of Black Friday deals ahead of time so you can plan your bargain …
Go Quote: November 24, 2014
November 24, 2014“Everyone who got where he is has had to begin where he was.” – Robert Louis Stevenson
Progress, not perfection
November 17, 2014
We’ve all seen those amazing images on Pinterest. Chances are good you’ll want to create something similar for your holiday get-togethers. Just remember that sometimes our efforts are successful and other times they aren’t so great. With all you have to think about during the holidays, try to keep a practical perspective. Don’t worry about …
Six Weeks to Christmas Countdown
November 17, 2014
This is the beginning of the best time of year. Christmas is six weeks away. Now is the time when we gather for food, games, and joyful conversation. We watch the anticipation in the faces of children. We contemplate. We sing. We give. This is the holiday season we enjoy. This is the beauty we sing about. These …
How to Prepare Your Planner for a New Year
November 17, 2014
By Naomi Cook Can you believe that 2015 is right around the corner? Are you ready for it? Better yet, is it ready for you and all that you have to do?! Now’s the time to figure out your plan for your planner, and what better place to start than FranklinPlanner, where you can find a variety …
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Go Quote: November 17, 2014
November 17, 2014“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” – Benjamin Franklin
Time Management During the Holidays
November 10, 2014
Holidays are wonderful, but they add stress to your daily routine. You can reduce that stress with regular planning. As you schedule the events of the season into your day, be sure that you don’t neglect the time you spend with family. Time with those you love can lower your stress levels. Be sure to …
Break the Procrastination Cycle
November 10, 2014
By Carmen Coker Everyone’s got one of those tasks that never seems to get done, no matter what. You know you are in trouble when you start to joke about it, laughing at your failure to accomplish the task. Making light of the situation takes the sting out of the fact that you have procrastinated yourself …
Quinn Collection
November 10, 2014Of all the holiday colors, gold stands out: golden candlelight, golden tinsel, golden memories of time with your family. To celebrate the beauty of the season, we’ve put golden hardware and accents on our new Quinn collection. Crafted from finely pebbled full-grain leather, both the Quinn Binder and the Quinn Tote come in beautiful magenta or tastefully muted …
Go Quote: November 10, 2014
November 10, 2014“Nothing splendid has ever been achieved except by those who dared believe that something inside of them was superior to circumstances.” – Bruce Barton
5 Tips to Financially Prepare for the Holidays
November 3, 2014For many people, one of the most dreaded things about the holiday season is not the fear of being a Scrooge. It’s just the reverse—the temptation to overspend. It’s easy to think, just one more toy for the little ones, or an extra pair of gloves, or the perfect earrings…and somehow during the holiday whirl we load …
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Business Card Bombardment!
November 3, 2014
By Naomi Cook As a self-employed business owner, aside from working with clients in their homes, I spend a lot of time in my home office. It’s wonderful to get out of the office and network with new people who can help you and your business grow. However, while a lot of networking can help …
Plan out your Calendar
November 3, 2014
The holidays are busy. They come with a lot of important dates and deadlines—shopping lists, shipping deadlines, and family parties. To ensure you remember it all, write down important information as soon as you get it. Schedule time in your planner so you’ll be sure to finish tasks on time. And plan your holiday events in …
Go Quote: November 3, 2014
November 3, 2014“The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person’s determination.” – Tommy Lasorda
Top 10 Franklin Planner Forms and Tabs
November 2, 2014
1. Original Lined Pages – Great for spicing up your day planner to take notes, make plans, or doodle. 2. Starter Pack – Completes your Planner System with undated forms that reference important information. You’ll want a Starter Pack if you are a new user, are switching planner styles, or want to refresh/refocus on making the …
November 2014 To-Do Checklist
November 1, 2014
November has a arrived and fall is officially in season! Take time this month to reflect on all of the things you are grateful for. Prepare for the holidays by delegating what you can and do your shopping early. Here are a few things you don’t want to leave off your list: November Checklist Classic Size …
Survey: Pick your preferred pocket configuration!
October 31, 2014
Take our survey and tell us what is most important for your binder. What features are essential? Do you like more pockets, a zipper, or a place to put your ID? You tell us! [SURVEYS 10]
Prepare for the Holidays
October 27, 2014
There are only 55 days between Halloween and Christmas. Only eight weekends, and many of those already have parties and vacations penciled in. To stay ahead of the holiday rush, it’s time to start planning now. When it comes to redecorating your home, this end-of-year period sees the most activity. While all the retail stores can switch from …
