“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.” -Jim Valvano Fathers don’t always get the recognition they deserve. Their roles can often get overlooked as they’re traditionally not home as often as mothers and tend to be a bit more distant emotionally. However, the amount of time …
A flag can represent a club, team, state, or country that you’re a part of. By respecting and honoring it, you’re saying that you stand behind that community and the people who are part of it. You may disagree with some aspect of the group, but you’re willing to set that aside to show support …
More than half of American workers have transitioned to working from home since 2020. This has been a good change for many, 77% want to continue even after the pandemic. However, 73% of workers are feeling burned out, with 27% attributing it to no separation between work and home. So what can you do to …
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Memorial Day is typically a day for spending time with family and enjoying the warm weather. However, with all of these festivities, it can be easy to forget why we’re really celebrating. Here’s a quick history about the holiday: The day was first celebrated in 1868, originally called “Decoration Day”, a day to decorate the …
For most, June marks the beginning of Summer, warmer weather, and more time spent outdoors. Be proactive in planning time to connect and celebrate. Print, punch, and include each Franklin Five Checklist as an extra help in your planning sessions. June Checklist Pocket Size: PDF June Checklist Compact Size: PDF June Checklist Classic Size: PDF …
For many people, the end of May marks the beginning of summer. School is coming to an end, the weather is warming up, and Memorial Day hosts the first barbeques, pool parties, and picnics. With the world slowly opening up to new possibilities, here are a few virtual and in-person ideas to celebrate the warm …
Feeling busy can be a good thing; it makes us feel needed and satisfied with our day. But how many times has your hectic day felt useless and exhausting? Franklin Covey’s book, “The 5 Choices: The Path to Extraordinary Productivity”, teaches you to shift your thinking and behavior to feel accomplished at the end of …
We’ve all heard that the pen is mightier than the sword, but how does it compare to the keyboard? Research shows that not only does it hold its own, but there are many benefits to this old school practice. Here are a few reasons to break out your notebook and pen. Boosts Creativity A blank …
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we’re all getting ready to celebrate. This year as you’re picking up the phone to call your mom, you may want to consider adding a few more people to the list. We’re influenced by so many people throughout our lives, it can be hard to keep track. …
Print, punch, and include each Franklin Five Checklist as an extra help in your planning sessions. May Checklist Pocket Size: PDF May Checklist Compact Size: PDF May Checklist Classic Size: PDF May Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
When many people think of journaling, they remember coming home from elementary school or junior high and writing about their newest crush, then hiding it away from the prying eyes of siblings and parents. Luckily, those days are over, and now you can learn the therapeutic properties of journaling. It’s been proven that getting your …
Every day it seems there’s another news story about the deteriorating state of the environment. Global warming, forest fires, plastic in the ocean… it can feel like a daunting task to overcome. At Franklin Planner, we want to make sure we’re doing our part and help others feel capable of doing theirs. What We’re Doing …
Feeling stressed and disorganized is always a sign that something needs to change. If this is true about your taxes, start now to ensure you’re prepared and peaceful next year. It will be much easier to remember and categorize your statements and transactions now when we’re only a few months into the year, rather than …
If you’re feeling the weather warming up and are suddenly getting the urge to clean, you’re not alone; 91 percent of Americans participate in spring cleaning every year. However, thinking about everything you want to get done can feel overwhelming, making it hard to know where to start. Here are a few organization tips to …
Our updated checklist design has a clean look and includes five tasks to try during the month (along with space to create your own). It also includes key dates for the month and a fun color-able border design. We hope you’ll find this to be an extra help in your planning sessions. April Checklist Pocket …
In today’s digital world, many of us have forgotten how powerful paper can be. Paper is more than just wispy white stuff with words on it. It’s your game board, your storage boxes, your lamp shade, even the backing of your bookshelf. Paper is everywhere. And it’s incredibly durable. It can even withstand your hectic …
The pyramids of Egypt have lasted for more than 3,000 years because a pyramid is so structurally sound. In order to create life plans that are equally indestructible, we recommend you use the Productivity Pyramid. As you learn about the Productivity Pyramid, you’ll discover how to give your goals and plans a firm foundation that …
Is it even possible to manage time? Watch our Planner Training videos and see how improving your time management skills can help you reach your goals and become more productive. Learn to define time. Discover the basic unit of time. Develop an understanding of what you can and can’t control. Learn how to focus your …
The Franklin Planner enables me to define my values and top priorities, set goals, and do the things that will bring my behavior in line with those things that matter most in my life! The planning system not only helps me plan for events in the future, but it also serves as a journal for …
You spoke and we listened! Starting with March 2021 we welcome back the monthly Franklin Five form. We’ve updated the design with a cleaner look that includes five tasks to try during the month (along with space to create your own). It also has key dates for the month and a fun colorable border design. …
