If you want to get the best selection on back-to-school clothes, then it’s time to take the kids shopping. Before you head out, take stock of which articles of clothing you need to replace and list them on your writing pad (e.g. t-shirts, jeans, socks, underwear, etc.) Print out any promotions and check for coupons …
Organizing your meals and shopping lists will allow you to track how much food you are actually buying. Tracking the amount you’re buying versus the amount you’re using will save you time and money in the end. This Menu Planner is the perfect way to help you plan out your meal for the week and …
By Naomi Cook When was the last time that you took everything out of the trunk and off of the floor of your car and really explored what is hanging out in there? Maybe you have some store returns to make that happen to be intermixed with escaped french fries, crushed soda cans, and smelly …
Time races by. It seems like the year just started yesterday, but it’s already half over. How are your goals coming along? Look back through your planner and find that list of aspirations you jotted down back in January and see how you’re dong. Often you’ll find that you’ve done better than you thought. Some …
“We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort.” -Jesse Owens
The more you advance in school, the more complicated it gets. By the time you reach high school and college, there are due dates to remember, events to keep track of, and lectures to attend. Keeping your school life organized is the key to high achievement. Plan Ahead: In college, each course hands out a …
Now that your summer is in full swing, it is time to remember the few things you wanted to get done before the warmth is over. Make sure you plan out a time to finish updating your yard, cleaning out your garage, or taking that vacation you have wanted. It is also important to remember …
Read Annette’s story and see how her Franklin Planner allows her to help hundreds of students. My Franklin Covey Planner has helped me keep and be successful at my dream job. I work with outreach programs for low income youth called Talent Search (Trio program) at Morehead State University. The program I work for requires …
By Monica Friel If you have a Smartphone, get to know it well so you can make use the terrific functions it can perform. Here are a few ways you can use Siri (or Android voice command) to get organized: With Siri, hold down the home key and talk. Here are some things you can …
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Heading into a situation where you can’t take your paper planner? We have a solution for you: The new FC Tasks App for your iPhone or Android phone can help you connect with your task list, wherever you go. The app allows you to easily sync your tasks from your paper planner. It is a …
“Learn from the past, prepare for the future, and perform in the moment.” -Mike Van Hoozer
We’re getting close to half way through 2014. How are your resolutions faring? Take the time to evaluate your performance with your goals, and adjust your life for a better chance of success: Reanalyze Your Priorities: Sit down and ponder on the person you are now. Are your resolutions still important to you now? Examine …
By Patty Gardner There’s nothing worse than standing in a parking lot filled with cars and having no clue where your car is parked. I’ve had that happen a couple of times and it was so awful that I’ve tried very hard never to let it happen again. So if you hate that feeling, too, …
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Are you planning a summer vacation? When it comes to vacations, planning ahead opens up so many more options than taking an impromptu trip. Taking the time now to book your lodging and travel arrangements can save you money, and makes sure that there’s a place for you. You can also research activities near your …
“Leadership is a posture and a choice, not a role that must be bestowed on you. Step up and be a leader when no one is watching or expecting you to do so.” -John Izzo
Read Summer’s story and see how her Franklin Planner helped change her education and future. In nineteen-eighty-never-mind, I was an eighth grader with ADHD. I was nearly failing out of school when my dad bought me monarch-sized Franklin Planner pages for my Trapper Keeper, and an audiotape of the workshop. Learning to identify my values, …
By Carmen Coker Have you tried to get organized before, either on your own or perhaps with the help of a book, magazine, or course, but with no luck? This is a common outcome because, most of the time, organizing tools are about de-cluttering your space. While this is an important part of the get-organized …
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Father’s Day is coming up and now is the time to plan for it. No matter what you give for Father’s Day, it’s important to give it with the right presentation. Pick up your cards in advance, shop for any necessary gifts or items, and spend time planning out any special meals or family get-togethers …
“If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.” -Dolly Parton
Our wide array of striking binders and covers improve your plans dramatically. They add protection with a pop of color and a touch of style. They also add order to other daily events by providing one place for business and credit cards, documents, check books, and pens. Truthfully, your planner is incomplete without its binder …
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