The Franklin Five: July 2026

In July, Summer is in full swing! Get outside and stay outside as long as you can. Soak in the sun, get in the water, have another barbecue, socialize with family and friends, take a road trip, stay out late for stargazing, and continue to create some incredible memories!
Weekly Planner vs. Daily Planner: Which Planning Style Is Right for You?

Not sure whether a weekly or daily planner is right for you? Compare both formats and find the one that matches your planning style and productivity goals.
Paper Planner vs. Digital Planner: Which One Actually Works Better?

Trying to decide between a digital planner and a paper planner? We
break down the key differences to help you find the planning style that works best for you.
The Best Planners For Educators

As an educator, your day doesn’t just “happen.” It is a complex choreography of lesson objectives, parent conferences, grading marathons, and the occasional and very necessary cup of lukewarm coffee. While a standard to-do list might help you remember to pick up dry-erase markers, it won’t help you navigate the high-stakes demands of the modern […]
Winston Churchill: The Bulldog’s Path to Leadership

George Wright III hosts John Harding and resident history expert Misty Howard on the Franklin Planner/Lead Your Life podcast to discuss Winston Churchill as a leadership model and why studying historical figures reveals timeless principles from “beginning to end.” Misty outlines Churchill’s difficult upbringing (wealthy but neglected, poor student, speech impediment, harshly criticized by his […]