As a community of planners, we all know the benefits of planning firsthand. Yet each one of us is a unique individual. We have different interests, different life experiences, and different personalities, so chances are, we each plan differently too. Your Franklin Planner is immensely customizable, because it’s designed to help you focus on exactly …
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For some of us, time is a constant, plodding taskmaster—demanding our attention and dictating our actions. For others it’s a welcome adventure—a powerful tool that we use to make the most of our skills, sharpen our talents, dabble in hobbies, and work toward goals. What’s the difference? It isn’t time. Time is unchanging and beyond …
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“Satisfied needs do not motivate. It’s only the unsatisfied need that motivates. Next to physical survival, the greatest need of human beings is psychological survival—to be understood, affirmed, validated, and appreciated.” —Stephen R. Covey Theodore Roosevelt is credited for saying, “Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” That statement …
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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. July Checklist Pocket Size: PDF July Checklist Compact Size: PDF July Checklist Classic Size: PDF July Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
Saving money is incredibly important. You never know when you’re going to need an extra hundred dollars or you might even end up being laid off and looking for work. You may have to pay for an unexpected home or car repair, or you may have medical expenses you never dreamt possible. If you’re …
This is going to be a very unique summer! We’re living in a time that is certain to be recorded in history books. We need to get creative as we plan summer activities! To help spark your creativity, we’ve put together a list of one dozen ideas for safe summer family fun! Download our free …
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“If I focus on my own Win and don’t even consider your point of view, there’s no basis for any kind of productive relationship.” —Stephen R. Covey We live in a competitive society. That competition has shaped us as groups and individuals. It has not only played an integral role in our survival as a …
June is here! Time to celebrate your dad and summer will also officially begin. Be sure you plan something fun before the summer gets away from you! June Checklist Pocket Size: PDF June Checklist Compact Size: PDF June Checklist Classic Size: PDF June Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
Memorial Day is intended as a way to remember our brave neighbors, friends, and family who gave everything they had to ensure our freedoms and to help maintain freedom for others. Because it’s a Federal holiday, many of us have the day off work so we can devote time to celebrating and remembering. How we celebrate varies. It’s …
Have you ever heard of burnout? It’s a term used to describe a mental state, similar to depression, which comes from excess stress over a long period of time. It can lead to decreased motivation at your job, more apathy and neglect in your personal relationships, and even more illness due to a decreased immune …
Staying Together While Apart Maintaining relationships during times of social distancing Habit number 7 is: Sharpen the Saw. Sharpening the saw is taking time to do what’s best for us individually, so we have the strength to give to others. Sharpening the saw focuses on four parts of self: physical, spiritual, mental, and social/emotional. Notice …
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“When you have too many top priorities, you effectively have no top priorities. Regarding strategic goals, it’s important that they are few, prioritized, and measurable.” —Stephen R. Covey We’ve all heard the phrase, “If everyone is special then nobody is special.” There’s a lot of truth to that. Not every movie becomes a blockbuster hit. …
Welcome May! Remember to take care of the mother figures in your life and let them know you appreciate them. Now is also the time to get your summer plans in order and prepare for warmer weather. Here are a few more things to add to your list: May Checklist Pocket Size: PDF May Checklist Compact Size: PDF May …
As with all successful efforts, it takes some initiative to use a planner. But, when you look at the alternatives, using a planner eliminates many stressful situations from your life. Here are seven examples: 1. Avoid double-booking If you’ve ever accidentally double-booked your schedule, you know how stressful it can be when you get a …
As you prepare to make a fresh start this spring, consider the roles your home plays in your life. Home is where you eat, relax, prepare, create, entertain, listen, and serve. Each room has a purpose, but they often overlap. That means you have books, clothes, cleaning supplies, etc. in more than one place. …
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“Through imagination, we can visualize the uncreated worlds of potential that lie within us.” —Stephen R. Covey Habit Two: Begin With The End In Mind is a principle of power unique to humans. In an article posted in Psychology Today, titled: The Power of ‘Then’: The Uniquely Human Capacity to Imagine Beyond the Present, we learn …
Spring is in the air and so are taxes. Create a system to keep your papers in order and use your planner to track your expenses. Get the garden ready for a nice harvest or summer blooms! Here are a few things to add to your list: April Checklist Pocket Size: PDF April Checklist Compact Size: PDF April Checklist Classic Size: PDF April Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
There are many people out there looking to gain a better understanding of who they are by researching the people who came before them. Some of us have treasured stories of relatives who faced significant challenges and rose above them. We wonder how they developed such a powerful legacy amid the difficulties of their day. …
The year was 1726. A young man named Benjamin Franklin was returning from London to his home in Philadelphia, an 80-day voyage. During the journey, he contemplated the direction he wanted his life to take. He wrote down his values in a small black book he carried with him, listing thirteen virtues he wanted to …
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The desire for change and growth seems to be hardwired in each of us. It’s part of the human condition. We can’t remain stagnant without feeling stuck. That’s why Stephen R. Covey’s 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People are so valuable. Whatever your situation may be, you have the power to make it better by …
