Maximizing Productivity: The Power of One Notebook Rule and My #1 Planning Hack

In what might be the shortest blog post in CTR history, I am sharing a game-changing tip that has significantly boosted my productivity as a business strategist for female entrepreneurs.

Taking Control of Your Calendar and To-Do List

At our monthly Crush the Rush planning parties, I emphasize the importance of consistency in planning. Whether you prefer a paper planner (our Crush the Rush small business planner is the best, just saying) or digital, the key is to find what works for you. But here's the golden nugget: you're 40% more likely to achieve your goals by writing them down on paper.

The Game-Changing Tip

For ultimate productivity, embrace the One Notebook Rule. I use Click-Up for business planning but carry a dedicated notebook with blank pages everywhere. Not my planner or my computer, just a notebook (with a cute cover but that's just me). Each day, I jot down the date and carry it with me, capturing to-do items, call notes, or even random thoughts.

The DO-DELEGATE-DELETE-DEFER Method

At day's end, I review the notebook alongside my planner. Using the DO-DELEGATE-DELETE-DEFER method, I decide what to do next. If a task needs action, I time block it or input it into Click-Up. If it's just a passing thought, I let it be. Delegating tasks to the team or deferring them completes the process.

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The Magic of One Notebook

No more searching for post-it notes or scattered ideas. Everything is consolidated in the 2024 notebook, simplifying organization. Some notebooks even come with page numbers for a handy table of contents—genius, right?

Share Your Experience

I'm curious—do you have a One Notebook Rule? How has it transformed your productivity? Let's unlock the potential of streamlined planning together. 

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