There are two essential parts to accomplishing any goal. First comes the planning phase, where you: Define the steps you need to take Develop a strategy for accomplishing them Schedule a timeline to complete them Once the plan is in place, it’s up to you to handle the execution of your plan, making sure that …
Everyone experiences periods of life when life events make it harder to keep up with your plans. At times like these, you may feel like your daily planning sessions have become less effective, that you’re stuck in a planning rut. The key to getting back on track with your planning is to analyze what’s working …
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Those of us who use a planner understand that it’s important to take more control of our lives. As we plan, we find ways to fit the things we need to do into the time we have each day. But a planner doesn’t just help us schedule our present and our future; over time it …
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By Patty Gardner Do you ever neglect your planner because it seems like too much trouble? There are things you can do to make it easier to use. 1. Take it with you as much as possible. Keep it in your purse or bag or hand, but take it with you. If it isn’t with you, you …
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Does it seem like penmanship is becoming a lost art? So much of our written expression is tapped out on a keyboard or via text messages that when it comes to writing longhand it can feel like we’re all thumbs. Yet we can all appreciate beautiful handwriting, and many of us would like to improve our own. If …
If you’ve ever resolved to eat healthier, only to have your produce turn to compost in the crisper bin of your refrigerator, then you can benefit from a meal plan. Plan out a week of meals at a time, and look at your schedule to ensure that you have time to prepare the meal you …
Ah! The lazy days of summer. Who are we kidding? Most of us don’t have lazy days, even during the summer, but there are those wonderful times when our schedules are light or even empty. Empty days are the best because they’re filled with so much promise. We can do with them as we will. The trouble is, …
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Summer is a magical time. It’s the season of family vacations, connecting with friends in the backyard, and exploring the world. Whatever your plans this summer, you’ll want to remember the fun. Use your planner as a journal as you plan your excursions, and as you carry them out, write down the small details of …
We all have many roles to play in our lives: employee, manager, parent, family member, community member, etc. With all the responsibilities that come with these roles, it’s easy to let them define who you are. It’s important to schedule time for yourself, for relaxation, reflection, and rediscovery. As you plan out your week, be …
By Monica Friel Are you busy? It seems like we are all so busy trying to keep up with it all. So how do we stay on top of the hectic schedules and remain organized? Here 5 ways to keep your schedule running smoothly: Schedule It All Put every activity, meeting and plan into your …
Most of us would love it if we could eliminate the time it takes to get to and from work. It would be nice to walk out of our office and be instantly on our own time, running our own errands, catching little league games, or helping prepare dinner. But we can’t—we have to spend …
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