As a total fan of creative thinking, efficiency and doing the most important tasks, I carry a notebook EVERYWHERE! Here’s why:
Based on what I learned in the Franklin Covey Productivity Program, I created my own PAPER system. FC is all about doing the most important stuff FIRST!
I didn’t want to carry around the huge FC planner OR spend the $$$ on it. First, I used 8 ½ x 11” lined notebooks (like school kids).
Then, I found smaller“composition books” in the office supply store. They’re easy to carry! I make notes every day of conversations and things to do.
Important both for visuals and productivity: Use color!
My daily notes include mindmaps, a totally cool creative thinking and organizational tool I learned from my friend Joyce Wycoff. Here’s Joyce’s article:
I mindmap EVERYTHING from organizing Toastmasters Club speeches, to daily activities to my future aspirations.
I make by date of things that occurred and next steps. The notebooks serve as a combo of dream journal and “To Do List.”
Mindmapping plays an important role in the creativity processes that form the easy seven-step “Bringing Your Sexy Back: Uncover Desire to Reclaim Passion” system introduced in the book “Bringing Your Sexy Back” and my work with clients.
To take one easy small step toward putting passion into your life, use the free Sexy Back Launcher tool.
My question for you…What’s your system for making sure you do the important things first?