Studies have shown that taking notes by hand increases the amount of information you retain after a meeting or lecture. Of course, that’s only part of effective note taking. To get the most from your notes, there are other considerations. 1. Be Present The first step isn’t to write words down on paper. The first step is …
Most of us use our planner to prepare for events. We take note of upcoming weddings, parties, and business meetings. We decide what we need to do in order to be prepared when these events begin, but what do we do after the event is finished? Take a wedding for example: Unless it’s our own …
How do you use your planner? Since 1984, planner users worldwide have used the system developed by Hyrum Smith to list, prioritize, and accomplish the tasks needed to realize their goals. If you’re new to the FranklinPlanner, or if it’s been a while, take a look at this helpful refresher on how to get the most from your planning …
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Life is full of meaningful moments, moments when you connect with others and achieve your personal and professional goals. Between those moments, the rest of life happens: the commute, the checkout line, the small talk about celebrities or sports, and the other trivial things that rush in to fill time that you don’t fill yourself. …
Have you ever felt like you were in a planning rut? Start the year with some new planning ideas. We have several master planners right here at FranklinPlanner.com, and each of them plans differently. We decided it might be fun to share a few of their tips with you. Traci – “A couple of years …
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Whether you’re new to the FranklinPlanner planning system or you’re getting ready to store your thirtieth planner, the right accessories can make it easier to meet your goals. Here are some essentials: 1. Pagefinder Your time is precious. You don’t want to spend more of it than you have to, especially not trying to search for …
With all the technology designed to save us time and allow for more rest and relaxation, it’s a bit ironic that we’re all just as busy as ever. Without a written plan most of us would come unraveled during the course of the day. Thankfully we have our planners. Like an external hard drive for …
No two people are alike. You have a unique combination of family situation, job description, age, gender, location, industry, and hundreds of other factors. Picking the right binding, size, design, and format for your planner makes all the difference. Select Your Binding: Do you value customization? If so, then selecting a ring-bound planner lets you …
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We live in an era of Big Data. With the rapid advances in mobile technology and the convenience of the Internet, we have more facts available to us than ever before. With a quick search, we can discover the history of cheese, or the name of the actor who voices the robot in the Iron …
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The Great One, Wayne Gretzky, said, “Procrastination is one of the most common and deadliest of diseases, and its toll on success and happiness is heavy.” He should know. You don’t become the greatest hockey player of all time by procrastinating. Successful people plan and act. Taking just a few minutes to plan unlocks the …
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Filling out your gift list can be one of the more stressful parts of the holiday season. It’s a big balancing act: balancing the number and value of gifts for each family member, balancing time spent shopping against quality time with your loved ones, and, of course, balancing your budget come January. Make the whole process easier on yourself …
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 …
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 …
For 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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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 …
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 …
Autumn is in full swing, and that means it will soon start smelling like the holidays. Spicy gingerbread, roasted turkey, pumpkin lattes, fresh baked pie, and mulled wine—the cool weather seems to bring out the best in cooks all over the country. It’s enough temptation to face holiday crowds and head home for the holidays. So, where will …
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Each season brings new details to track, new events to plan for. Autumn is no exception, with preparations to make for one of the busiest times of the year. Here are some pointers on optimizing your planner for autumn: • Review your goals for the year and set specific goals for the next three months. Break these goals …
With apples ripening on the trees and children returning to school, it means it’s time to start planning for the coming winter. Autumn is a great time to do projects around the home or yard. It’s also the best time to schedule out holiday events and set your final goals for the year. Autumn Yard …
We’ve all seen people stopping by the grocery store on their way home from work to purchase the items they’ll need for dinner. There’s nothing wrong with that—we’ve all done that at some point. But you have to admit; last minute shopping gives you even less time to prepare your meal, and less time with …
