“The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” -Jeff Miller
Simple ways to celebrate Memorial Day
May 25, 2020
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 …
Clean Up Your Schedule
May 18, 2020
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 …
Planner Quote: May 18, 2020
May 18, 2020“The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.” -Thomas Paine
Maintaining and Strengthening Relationships While Social Distancing
May 11, 2020
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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Planner Quote: May 11, 2020
May 11, 2020“I attribute my success to this – I never gave or took any excuse.” -Florence Nightingale
Planner Quote: May 4, 2020
May 4, 2020“Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.” -Tony Robbins
Planner Quote: April 27, 2020
April 27, 2020“Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” -Lao Tzu
The Franklin Five: May 2020
April 27, 2020
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 …
Planner Quote: April 20, 2020
April 20, 2020“Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” -Stephen Covey
Seven Ways A Planner Reduces Stress
April 20, 2020
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 …
Spring Cleaning Checklist 2020 – Free Download
April 13, 2020
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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Planner Quote: April 13, 2020
April 13, 2020“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” -Arthur Ashe
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind
April 6, 2020
“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 …
Planner Quote: April 6, 2020
April 6, 2020“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” Helen Keller
The Franklin Five: April 2020
March 23, 2020
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
Creating Your Purposeful Legacy
March 23, 2020
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. …
How it all Began: FranklinPlanner’s Founders
March 16, 2020
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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Developing Habit 1: Be Proactive
March 9, 2020
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 …
The Franklin Five: March 2020
March 2, 2020
Welcome March! It’s time to incorporate more green in your life – the healthy stuff and the lucky stuff. Plan your family budget, give service to someone in need, or plan a play date with your kids or grandkids. Here are some more things to add to your list: March Checklist Pocket Size: PDF March Checklist Compact Size: PDF March Checklist Classic Size: PDF March Checklist Monarch Size: PDF