From Knowing to Doing: A Reflection on What Matters Most
(pg. 123 – 126.) In the opening pages of Part Three of What Matters Most, Hyrum W. Smith shifts the conversation from reflection to action. After encouraging readers to identify their values and personal mission, he raises a more difficult question: What should be done about them? Smith compares a meaningful life to a pyramid […]
The Franklin Five: September 2026
September brings cooler weather and the official start of fall. School is underway for many and companies and individuals start preparing for the holiday season. Use this month to spend time enjoying the outdoors and watch the changing of the seasons. Check out our weekly Franklin Planner Talk blog posts for uplifting ideas and great material. Our goal […]
The Franklin Five: August 2026
August wraps up the summer with end of season outings, sporting events, warm nights, summer concerts, state fairs – and prep for a new routine. Take a few minutes daily and weekly to create a successful plan, and a smooth transition into Autumn. Print, punch, and include each Franklin Five Checklist as an extra help […]
An Atomic Metaphor (pg. 117-121)
Chapter 7 is a short but powerful conclusion to Part Two of What Matters Most. In these few pages, Hyrum Smith draws an elegant scientific metaphor to summarize and energize everything readers have worked through in the preceding chapters. He compares the “What Matters Most Tri-quation” to the structure of an atom. At the center […]
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 […]
Lead Your Life With Empowerment
Definition: “Having the knowledge, confidence, means, or ability to do things or make decisions for oneself; the act or action of empowering someone or something – the granting of the power, right, or authority to perform various acts or duties.” When someone is feeling empowered, it means they’ve felt enabled and motivated towards a greater […]
Reclaiming Your Time Before Summer Begins
As summer approaches, schedules tend to fill quickly. Vacations, activities, social events, and family commitments can crowd your calendar before you even realize it. Without intention, what should feel like a lighter, more enjoyable season can quickly become just as overwhelming as the rest of the year. Time is the one resource you spend every […]