Knowing how you prefer to use a planner is valuable in deciding how you will use your weekly spread to plan. If you are consistent (no matter your underlying style), you are less likely to miss something in your plan.
*Decorating Planners
Probably the most popular planner porn is supplied by plannerds who are into decorating.
They look pretty, but the pictures distract me from planning and take up lots of space.
TIP: If you are a Decorating Planner, consider designating areas for decorating and keeping planning in the remaining areas.
*Casual Planners
Casual planners just write anything anywhere.
This sort of planning is fine for those into simplicity with few things to plan each day.
Beginning plannerds often use casual planning.
*Task-Based Planners
Task-based planners focus on what needs to be done, with scheduled activities kept elsewhere (say on a monthly calendar). In some ways, the Giftie Etcetera system is task-based.
TIP: Keep errands separate from other types of tasks.
*System-Based Planners
I love system-based planning, no matter the system. (Obviously, I like the Giftie Etcetera system the best!)
System-based plannerds have a system set up for how they do their planning. For example, I use a three column system, with DUE, MUST DO, and SHOULD DO as my columns, in addition to a MUST DO SOMETIME THIS WEEK area.
I also have a context code to note where I will accomplish the task.
I love system-based planning, no matter the system. (Obviously, I like the Giftie Etcetera system the best!)
System-based plannerds have a system set up for how they do their planning. For example, I use a three column system, with DUE, MUST DO, and SHOULD DO as my columns, in addition to a MUST DO SOMETIME THIS WEEK area.
I also have a context code to note where I will accomplish the task.
Those who use Getting Things Done are system planners, as one example.
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There are many different types of planners. Everyone has some way that works best for them. :) I personally prefer daily pages with plenty of room for schedules and to dos. My monthly goals and big projects usually go in the notes section of the monthly.
ReplyDeleteOh yes. A thousand planners, a thousand ways to plan; and not one fits everyone. That's what makes this "hobby" so interesting.
ReplyDeleteSo far, I like my recently revamped planner system. I think it's going to work for me. :) It took me a long time to learn that I have to tailor my planner to work with my brain, not try to force my brain to work with a set planner style. I've never been a "one size fits all" kind of gal.
ReplyDeleteI like system based planners, too. I was liking what I had- weekly pages with times of day listed and space at the bottom for tasks. But when I ran out, I printed off some different things for the summer- still weekly spaces, but no times, and space on the side for weekly "to-do" and errands. It works with the more causal, less regular pace of summer for our family.
ReplyDeleteI am definitely a task-based planner person. It just feels good to cross things off! :) Thanks for linking up with us at the TALENTED TUESDAY link party!
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a great day!
AJ