tiny planning hacks that lead to BIG results📈

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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024

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  • @RachelleinTheory
    @RachelleinTheory  Год назад +2

    Don't forget to check out shortform.com/rachelle for a free trial and a 20% discount 💗

  • @estherforcier2366
    @estherforcier2366 Год назад +48

    Crossing off the days on a wall calendar helps if you have a parent with memory issues so they know what day it is.

    • @21972012145525
      @21972012145525 11 месяцев назад +1

      Great tip

    • @JustBethTrying
      @JustBethTrying 11 месяцев назад +4

      It also helps children to understand that not every event will happen tomorrow.
      (And as one, who currently doesn’t have significant memory issues and who understands the passage of time, I find it very satisfying and encouraging. Especially when going through a stressful time.

  • @emilielancour236
    @emilielancour236 Год назад +18

    Pens or pencil choices so important for journaling as well. It makes sure ideas flow better if you like your pen.

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад +1

      ABSOLUTELY the writing utensil choice CANNOT be skipped in my opinion

  • @annelyle5474
    @annelyle5474 Год назад +24

    I found what really helped me was to set up reminders in my phone - just a simple checklist of everything I need to remember to put in my planner in order for my day to go smoothly. Otherwise when it's first thing in the morning and the caffeine hasn't kicked in yet, I stare stupidly at my planner wondering what to do next, instead of actually planning 😂

    • @bnationn
      @bnationn 11 месяцев назад +2

      i feel this so hard 😭 try dedicating some time from the evening before to plan your next day!!

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад +1

      This feeling is so real!!! A planner reminder is a great solution!

  • @elmiathewriter
    @elmiathewriter 11 месяцев назад +9

    I love how you spent over 2 minutes of the video talking about pens 😂 Fellow stationery nerd here in case you were wondering. I can't survive the day without my gel pen and non-smudging highlighter set (to name only two)

  • @DianeShugart
    @DianeShugart Год назад +19

    You're such an inspiration! Your "check off the day" habit helped me finally figure out what to do with the vertical year in my Weeks: I will check off every day where I've made progress towards any of my goals.
    (Thank you for the thought and time you put into your videos. They really get to the core of planning.)

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад +1

      Diane!!! Thank you for your kind words. I'm happy you liked the tips and the videos!!!

  • @brendaabell
    @brendaabell Год назад +6

    13:55 “identifying the bottlenecks” is a huge ah-ha for me, esp. regarding my task list so also love the idea of switching it up to a brain dump

  • @_quiara_
    @_quiara_ Год назад +8

    “Find your favourite pen and buy a million of them.” My favourite is a very expensive fountain pen. I do not think this will work for me. Lol. 1:59

    • @ValeriaTiourina
      @ValeriaTiourina Год назад +5

      Maybe for you, find your favorite ink and get some more of it :) hehe

    • @_quiara_
      @_quiara_ Год назад

      @@ValeriaTiourinaThis definitely works. But I have so many favourites. Lol. It’s all good. This was a great video.

    • @katendress6142
      @katendress6142 Год назад +1

      You can't just tease us like that and leave us hanging!
      I'm currently using the Parker 51 my mother gave me for Christmas last year because it was what she used when she went to college in the early 60s.

    • @_quiara_
      @_quiara_ Год назад

      @@katendress6142 Visconti Homo sapiens Bronze Age!

  • @jasperthefriendlyghost2259
    @jasperthefriendlyghost2259 Год назад +9

    It’s the neurodivergent urge to only use the same pen for me 😂 I always buy pilot juice up pens 0.4 in black- whenever I see them, I get 3 more. ❤ I just can’t use a different pen in my notebooks!

    • @arguchik
      @arguchik Год назад +2

      Hey! Great neurodivergent minds think alike. :) I love the exact same Juice Up pen and I have a bunch of them. For a multipen, I prefer the Hi-Tec-C Coleto because I like the Hi-Tec-C green and blue ink a lot better than the Juice Up green and blue ink. I was so excited to see a Juice Up multipen, but the green and blue ink just bummed me out.

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад +1

      😂😂😂😂

  • @katendress6142
    @katendress6142 Год назад +6

    When I was in my teens, my grandmother gave me a whole box full of Pilot Precise V5s for Christmas one year because I kept "borrowing" them when I came for a visit. Best Christmas present ever!

    • @DishWithDina
      @DishWithDina Год назад +1

      I have legit asked my loved ones to gift me my fave pens for my bday and the holidays and they always think I’m joking. I AM NOT 🤓

  • @RaisingMe
    @RaisingMe 11 месяцев назад +1

    You've ruined the rest of plannertube for me!!! In a good way of course. I just can't watch others and binge their content. Some bore me after listening so long, some aren't as friendly sounding or whatever else. I've tried!! In short, thank you for your videos. My hobonichi is on the porch at home waiting for me to get off work (because the delivery driver couldn't show up 20 min earlier before I left for work this morning). Xoxo
    Also, I hope you can hear (? See? Who knows, anyways) my joking tones

  • @ChristinaPlans
    @ChristinaPlans Год назад +3

    Totally decision fatigue is real.

  • @Krystalbrown1105
    @Krystalbrown1105 9 месяцев назад

    I literally can't do anything without my favorite pen. My ADHD needs my favorite pens at all times, or my brain doesn't want to do anything with my planning system. It's weird how that works.

  • @emilyr2836
    @emilyr2836 Год назад +2

    I can vouch for your first tip - I discovered ages ago that having shading fountain pen ink (which dries darker in some spots than others, for those not into fountain pen lingo) is absolutely key to me wanting to use my planner regularly. It even affects my planner choice - some papers show it off better than others.
    What cover do you have on your planner? I love the color!

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад

      It's the moterm veg tan leather in khaki! I have a video up on my channel about it.

    • @emilyr2836
      @emilyr2836 11 месяцев назад

      @@RachelleinTheory I'll have to check that video out!

  • @tiredofit1968
    @tiredofit1968 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for doing this video. I am seeing it 5 months later, but exactly at the right time in my life because I am struggling really really bad in my life and having horrible anxiety due to putting things off. I feel motivated to try to do this tomorrow.

  • @Shadowangel691
    @Shadowangel691 Год назад +2

    thank you for the time stamps rachelle! super helpful and amazingly presented as always

  • @oddnothings
    @oddnothings 9 месяцев назад

    buying a million of anything doesn't really make your life better in any sustainable way :)
    what about putting your favorite pen in its designated spot every time you use it?

  • @deniseholmes7958
    @deniseholmes7958 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the great tips! Now I know what to do with that 365 day check off page in the back of my Hobonichi Cousin and Weeks! Yep, favorite pens are a godsend.

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад +1

      Unfortunately I still have no idea what to do with that spread either 😂

  • @StephyM07
    @StephyM07 Год назад +2

    I enjoy your content so much!! ✨ I've been using many of your tips and tricks with my planning. I have a hard time with habit trackers too, I'm finding it easier to fill my habits from the day before the next morning. Sometimes in the evening I'm too tired to check off what I've done in the day. But next day is still fresh in my mind and I can do it quickly ☺️

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад +1

      YES the morning after is so much better, I have been doing that too and it works so well!! Thank you for the nice comment!

  • @17meows
    @17meows Год назад +1

    The first tip is chef's kiss which made me instantly liked this vid! ❤

  • @sharelleshobbies
    @sharelleshobbies Год назад +1

    ❤ loved this video. I’m normally a fountain pen person (Twsbi mini is my go to), but I’m actually enjoying my Uni jet stream multi pen right now, that and Uni one f gel pen

  • @Ellaodi
    @Ellaodi 10 месяцев назад

    What is the sidebar in your weekly for? I think it's a neat design

  • @ckronenwetter
    @ckronenwetter 10 месяцев назад

    Pens are in fact a habit, well addiction in my case lol

  • @juliapachecoferreiramacedo6314
    @juliapachecoferreiramacedo6314 Год назад +1

    Your content is such a breath of fresh air, thank you so much ♥

  • @chelseagove6783
    @chelseagove6783 11 месяцев назад +1

    I used to have the Headway book summary app, and was obsessed with it! I finished about 350 summaries in a shorter amount of time than I'd care to admit lol I have a feeling I'm going to looove this one! You mentioned you'd be interested if someone did the summary for this video, voila! Thank you for the free trial and discount code! Your videos are awesomely helpful!
    PS: Pens, yes. All the pens.
    Page Title
    tiny planning hacks that lead to BIG results📈
    Source URL
    ruclips.net/video/F2YUhY25wRQ/видео.html
    Summary
    - 00:00 Author James Clear suggests making small, consistent improvements to make your life 1% better in the long run.
    - 00:15 Implementing small improvements that are easy to attain now can lead to remarkable results over time.
    - 00:24 By applying the 1% better strategy to our planning routines and systems, we can maintain focus on what's important to us.
    - 00:50 The first and easiest adjustment to staying on track is to make small improvements.
    - 00:52 Small planning hacks can lead to big results.
    - 00:57 Find a favorite pen and buy a lot of them to make planning more enjoyable.
    - 01:11 Associating planning with fun or luxury can make it more attractive.
    - 01:41 Using a favorite pen, like the Unibal Jetstream, can make planning easier and more enjoyable.
    - 02:08 Having a multi-pen with different colors of ink can also be helpful.
    - 02:45 Finding the right pen can make a big difference in the planning experience.
    - 03:15 Having a pen that you like reduces friction and makes your planning habit easier.
    - 04:11 Short form is a platform that provides book summaries and smart insights to help you learn more in less time.
    - 04:47 The speaker recommends using short form to get a summary of books before deciding to read them.
    - 04:59 Short form's one-page summary of key points can save time and help decide if a book is worth reading.
    - 05:10 Short form publishes new guides and articles every week, and subscribers can vote on which book is next.
    - 05:21 Short form AI is a browser extension that summarizes articles and RUclips videos.
    - 05:27 The speaker encourages viewers to use the browser extension to summarize the current video.
    - 05:32 Visit shortform.com to get a free trial and discounted subscription of short form.
    - 05:47 Setting your planner in a visible and accessible spot can greatly impact your focus and productivity.
    - 06:00 Make your planner's home with your laptop to ensure you always have it with you, whether at work or home.
    - 07:44 Develop the habit of putting your planner back in its designated spot after each use.
    - 07:54 Track your progress by checking off the days you use your planner.
    - 08:01 Tracking your planning helps you notice patterns and improve your productivity.
    - 08:23 Consider adding a planner tracking habit to your regular habit tracking tables.
    - 08:29 Checking off the days of the month in your planner can visually show your planning consistency.
    - 10:38 Make opening your planner a habit and use it as a starting point for your daily tasks.
    - 11:13 Track the habit of opening your planner to ensure you stay consistent with your planning routine.
    - 11:34 One improvement I recommend is to update your planner in 5 minutes or less.
    - 11:39 Many of us feel overwhelmed with the idea of planning.
    - 11:46 You have permission to update the pages you are afraid of in just 5 minutes.
    - 11:59 Taking a few minutes to plan with a pen and timer can help overcome the fear of messing up your planner.
    - 12:18 Practice by setting a 5-minute timer and planning out your week.
    - 12:34 Don't worry about how it looks, just focus on getting the basics of your week down.
    - 13:10 Make the habit of planning as easy as possible by knowing what your week looks like.
    - 13:19 Spend a few minutes with one pen to set out the shape of your week.
    - 13:26 Your weekly planning process may look different, but find a method that works for you.
    - 13:32 Brain dumps are helpful for feeling on top of the week.
    - 13:46 Targeting bottlenecks in planning can make it 1% easier.
    - 13:51 Setting up the week and getting a brain dump out are important habits.
    - 14:01 Identify bottlenecks, start a timer, and zoom through them.
    - 14:15 Refining and adding decoration can transform the planning.
    - 14:35 Building strong habits takes time and patience.
    - 14:58 More productivity tips are available in the linked video.
    - 15:05 Follow Rachel on Instagram for more productivity content.
    - 15:10 Thank you for watching and stay subscribed!
    Context
    James Clear, an American writer and author of the bestselling book "Atomic Habits," has made significant contributions to the field of personal productivity and self-improvement. With a background in biomechanics and experience as a performance coach, Clear emphasizes the importance of making small, consistent improvements over time. He believes that these incremental changes have a profound impact on achieving long-term goals. Clear's work highlights the role of habits in driving success, emphasizing that by developing productive habits and eliminating unhelpful ones, individuals can create lasting positive change.
    One key theme in Clear's teachings is the impact of planning and organization on productivity. He emphasizes that effective planning allows individuals to prioritize tasks, allocate resources efficiently, and stay focused on their goals. By implementing strategies for effective planning and organization, individuals can optimize their productivity levels.
    Another central theme explored by James Clear is the role of habits in achieving goals. He delves into the psychology behind habit formation and behavior change, providing insights into how habits shape our actions and outcomes. According to Clear, by understanding how habits are formed and leveraging this knowledge to develop productive routines, individuals can overcome obstacles more effectively.
    Looking ahead to future trends in personal productivity and self-improvement, there is likely to be continued interest in these areas with a focus on sustainable approaches. As society becomes more aware of burnout risks associated with excessive focus on productivity alone, holistic approaches that consider work-life balance are expected to gain traction. Additionally, advancements in technology will likely provide new tools for supporting habit formation and enhancing overall productivity.
    In conclusion, James Clear's work has significantly contributed to our understanding of personal productivity and self-improvement concepts. Through his emphasis on small improvements over time as well as planning skills combined with habit formation techniques he provides practical strategies for achieving long-term goals effectively.
    Learn More
    - jamesclear.com/marginal-gains
    Marginal Gains: This Coach Improved Every Tiny Thing by 1 Percent
    Here’s how the math works out: if you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you’ll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you’re done. Conversely, if you get 1 percent worse each day for one year, you’ll decline nearly down to zero. What starts as a small win or a minor setback accumulates into something much more.
    - www.verywellmind.com/ways-to-boost-your-productivity-7480441
    8 Ways to Boost Your Productivity - Verywell Mind
    Self-Improvement. 8 Ways to Boost Your Productivity. By. Sanjana Gupta. Updated on April 19, 2023. Medically reviewed by. Steven Gans, MD. PeopleImages / Getty Images. Feeling unproductive can be stressful and frustrating. If you’ve been struggling to be productive, there are steps you can take to improve your productivity levels.
    - jamesclear.com/the-1-percent-rule
    The 1 Percent Rule: Why a Few People Get Most of the Rewards - James Clear
    The 1 Percent Rule states that over time the majority of the rewards in a given field will accumulate to the people, teams, and organizations that maintain a 1 percent advantage over the alternatives. You don’t need to be twice as good to get twice the results. You just need to be slightly better.
    Counterarguments
    While the idea of making small, consistent improvements to achieve long-term success may seem appealing, it is important to recognize that this approach may not be effective for everyone. Different individuals have different circumstances and challenges in their lives, and a 1% improvement may not have a significant impact on their overall well-being or success. Additionally, relying solely on small improvements may not be sufficient in situations where more substantial changes are required to address underlying issues or challenges.
    Furthermore, while finding a favorite pen or associating planning with fun or luxury may make planning more enjoyable for some individuals, it is important to approach planning as a practical and purposeful activity rather than solely relying on external factors like pen preferences. The effectiveness of planning depends on the content, structure, and organization of the planning process rather than the specific pen used. Similarly, while small planning hacks can potentially lead to big results, it is crucial to evaluate the relevance and applicability of each hack to one's specific circumstances and goals before implementing them. Ultimately, building sustainable habits requires developing intrinsic motivation, setting clear goals, and creating a supportive environment tailored to individual needs and preferences.
    Shortform Summaries
    - www.shortform.com/app/book/eat-that-frog/preview
    Eat That Frog!
    Brian Tracy
    - www.shortform.com/app/book/the-one-thing/preview
    The One Thing
    Gary Keller

  • @CarmensPlans
    @CarmensPlans Год назад +1

    Dropping in to share that I really enjoy your videos and your channel as a whole. Very helpful and relatable 🫶🏼
    You’re amazing! Keep up the amazing work! 🎉

  • @asexualatheist3504
    @asexualatheist3504 Год назад +1

    You are spot on about favorite pens. I also love Tomoe River paper. I find I want to actually pick up and use my planner.

  • @ChantelleArts
    @ChantelleArts Год назад +1

    great tips here ❤

  • @lukemotivationalideas4415
    @lukemotivationalideas4415 11 месяцев назад

    This lady is smart, dramatic, superb n can lift da fire in u 😅😅😅😅

  • @lukemotivationalideas4415
    @lukemotivationalideas4415 11 месяцев назад

    We can't see ur planner ...zoom it

  • @evaschubert-litz5401
    @evaschubert-litz5401 11 месяцев назад

    You can also buy refills for your favourite pen.

  • @rughooking
    @rughooking 11 месяцев назад

    My green cover is about 10 years old. I need a new one. Green is hard to find. What brand is your cover?

  • @virtualassistantmylene
    @virtualassistantmylene 11 месяцев назад

    Really love the Atomic Habits book. Helped me a lot

  • @Marie-um6uk
    @Marie-um6uk Год назад

    That's my favorite pen, too!

  • @walkingexercise5375
    @walkingexercise5375 11 месяцев назад

    Love the idea of finding your favorite pen!

  • @MameysMedley
    @MameysMedley Год назад

    Love your videos! They are very helpful 😊

  • @TJKarolyn
    @TJKarolyn Год назад

    This is going to help me a lot! Thank you!

  • @YuliDnevnik
    @YuliDnevnik 11 месяцев назад

    I do this too! 9:11 it helps alot!

  • @icedteashirt
    @icedteashirt 11 месяцев назад

    thinking fast and slow is such an interesting read. i read it for one of my uni classes a few years ago. it’s such a meta concept-thinking about how we think

    • @RachelleinTheory
      @RachelleinTheory  11 месяцев назад

      I looooove that meta concept stuff. Enjoying it so far!!!

  • @filsdesouvenirs
    @filsdesouvenirs 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for reminding me of 1% change from James Clear’s Atomic Habit! I was wondering how attacking an habit I have trouble to implement. That will be the perfect approach for it.