In 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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This year for Organized October, we’re focusing on the Productivity Pyramid. This is a visual representation of the four key actions that will keep you in active pursuit of the things that matter most to you. We chose a pyramid shape because it’s the strongest structure that can be built. Living the life …
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September is Self-Improvement month. If you plan it right, you can make every month self-improvement month. You increase your power when you invest in yourself, and there are several ways to do that. Here are five suggestions to get you started: Take time to unplug. We grow best when we have time to think. Devices, …
This year we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the FranklinPlanner! Checkout the infographic below for some highlights, milestones and facts about how the planner has evolved and grown in the past 35 years. It wouldn’t be possible without our amazing FranklinPlanner users!
When you have students heading back to school, it can be hard to remember everything they need, especially if you have students at different stages of their education. We’ve continued our annual tradition of back to school organization with these helpful checklists, with one for each stage of your child’s schooling. Print them out, place …
Summer isn’t over yet! It’s not too late to jot down and check off some fun, summer must-dos! Download this Summer Bucket List below! Pocket size – PDF Compact size – PDF Classic size – PDF Monarch size – PDF
Life is not measured in minutes or seconds, it’s measured by events—and no time of the year is more eventful than summer. This is the time when children are out of school, we take family vacations, attend reunions, make upgrades to our home and yards, and try to make time for the things we care …
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Summer is a great time to soak up the sun—and a few good books. If you’re looking for something that might inspire a positive change in your life, we have a few suggestions: Revolutionary Women: This little volume offers great quotations, mini biographies, and images of some of America’s most amazing women — some famous, …
“I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty and freedom.” — John Thune
“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.” – Cardinal Mermillod
“A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it.” -Albert Einstein
Watching TV and reading books are both sedentary activities, but reading engages your mind, awakes your imagination, and broadens your vocabulary. If you’re unhappy with how much time you spend in front of a screen—whether it’s a television, computer monitor, tablet, or smart phone—replacing a portion of that time with a good book will be …
It’s true—you can have too much of a good thing. There is a certain high that comes with a job well done. Accomplishments can be addicting. Of course, for many of us the reason we work late has more to do with our workload than our egos. Either way, your planner can help you replace …
Does it feel like you’re always running behind? Chances are you aren’t getting enough healthy sleep. The best way to start fresh in the morning is to get to bed at a decent hour each night. If you’re in the habit of staying up with the owls, this may take a while to correct. You …
Life comes at us surprisingly fast. Sometimes big events in the distance seem far away—until they aren’t. When life charges at us, we have little choice but to react. We jump, run, and grab whatever we can. That’s an exhausting way to get through the day. Planning for a few quiet minutes each day will …
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Do you sit at a desk all day? Do you have a commute on top of that? Chances are, you’ve felt some of the effects. Low back pain, sore wrists, and a stiff neck are only the beginning. Sitting for extended periods of time can damage your nerves, tendons, and ligaments. Taking regular breaks from …
We all know that sugar isn’t good for us. As it turns out, diet soda isn’t any better. A 2014 study found that consuming too much added sugar increases your risk of dying from heard disease, even if you aren’t overweight. Also, a 2015 study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, found …
We all know that eating out is expensive. The average fast food lunch costs around $7.00 and is usually less than ideal in terms of nutritional value. If you buy your lunch five days per week, you’ll spend $35.00 weekly. The average person works about 50 weeks per year, bringing your total lunch expenses to …
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DISCOVERING DAILY SATISFACTION Peace of mind and satisfaction have little to do with the circumstances of our lives, and much more to do with the focus of our lives. The secret is maintaining that focus each day. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of daily matters and lose track of the things …
Your career is important. It’s been said that if you enjoy your job, you won’t work a day in your life. Plan to develop your skills, improve your knowledge, and strengthen your relationships at work, so you can enjoy your job – no matter what you do. To ensure you are meeting expectations, be sure …
