For my own task management system, I rely a lot on lists in Google Drive and Keep. As I try to drill down to what is truly important in the moment, it helps to have printed information about finding focus, combating procrastination, choosing priorities, and planning easily accessible at all times.
For those who prefer analog over digital solutions, there are many options. Field Notes are one popular paper option. These are small (3.5 x 5.5) notebooks that are pocket size and therefore very portable and easy to carry. If a calendar is desired too, an inexpensive Mead pocket planner (or most that are similar) is 3.5 x 6 inches, which allows for tucking a Field Notebook into the pocket of the front cover. Two packs of 3×3 post-it notes can fit into the pocket of the back cover, or whatever else you desire. (foldable inserts, anyone?!)
The first Field Note insert from the Daily PlanIt has space for daily and other lists, a weekly plan, repeating tasks and routines, and a reminder to include activities for self care and to make positive shift happen.
The next insert guides decisions with the Effect Priority Matrix, a list of values, strengths, talents, and skills, and a place for purpose, mission, vision, and a value statement. This helps to target priorities to focus on and make use of resources to act on them.
The third insert is all about finding focus, motivation, and combating procrastination to actually get things done.
The final insert has information for planning and reviews, including a place for goals.
With these four inserts as guides, a pocket system based on Field Notes can be highly effective.
Download the Field Notes Insert Set pdf
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