As a society, we are busier than ever before. With endless tasks, appointments, and responsibilities, it can be overwhelming to keep track of everything.
This is where a planner comes in handy. A planner is a tool that helps you keep track of your daily schedule, tasks, appointments, and goals.
By using a planner, you can increase your productivity and minimize stress. So, here is how to use a planner:
Several types of planners are available in the market, including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly planners.
Choose the one that best suits your needs. For example, a daily planner might be the best option if you have many appointments and tasks.
To reduce this hassle, use a digital planner app like Routine. Sign up here for free to get access.
Write your long-term and short-term goals in your planner. This will help you focus on what is most important and prioritize your tasks.
On Routine, the place to do this would be the note-taking section, where you can take rich media notes and use Markdown text.
Write down your appointments, meetings, and tasks in your planner. Be sure to include deadlines and prioritize tasks based on their importance.
You can use methodologies like The Ivy Lee, Eat the Frog, or Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize tasks and appointments.
If you don't want to spend a lot of time scheduling tasks, you can use Routine's smart scheduling feature to do it for you.
Use your planner to allocate time wisely. If you have a lot of tasks to complete, divide your time into blocks and allocate a certain amount of time for each task.
You can use Time Blocking, one of the most popular productivity methods professionals use to great success.
Time blocking is easy to implement on Routine, since it is just a matter of a quick drag-and-drop gesture.
Review your planner regularly to ensure you are on track. This will help you stay organized and make any necessary adjustments.
You can set up time on your calendar on a recurring basis using the Routine Console. We've created a short tutorial on creating these here.
Using a planner has several benefits. A study by the University of Hertfordshire found that using a planner can increase productivity by up to 48%. Additionally, using a planner can help reduce stress levels by 33%.
In conclusion, a planner is essential for anyone who wants to stay organized, increase productivity, and reduce stress.
Choose the right planner, set goals and priorities, schedule appointments and tasks, allocate time wisely, and regularly review to see the best results. Thanks for reading.
