Hey Guys! Today's video is on how to get better at time blocking in your planner. If you want to get more done using a paper planner then try these three tips and let me know how they work for you! If you want to learn more about planning life & managing money join me on Patreon in TOM Academy: www.patreon.com/tomacademy Are you time blocking in your planner? How is it working for you?
I've been working on time blocking and batching for a while now, but it never occurred to me to track what I'm currently doing with my time FIRST! That's genius, thank you!
I love time blocking, so important since I’m in graduate school! Do you have any tips about theming my day while in school? I thought about making each day a specific class but so much changes as far as assignments in the short term that i feel like it wouldn’t work.
I’m also in grad school right in in NYC and it’s all virtual. When I use my planner I theme my days by which days I have classes, which days are just study days, and then I leave one day for home tasks and one for self care & family. For my study themed days I time block sections of three hours to study and then take breaks, but because assignments always vary I don’t plan ahead of time which classes to do. I just decide the day of based on which assignments are most important and require the most time. So week to week it’s varies but the days I dedicated to studying remain the same. Hope this helps.
@@Amalia.s.8059 I am not virtual and currently taking 20 credit hours in pharmacy school. I am always studying because we have 1-2 large exams a week. What do you do for large exams? I feel like each week is so different that it would be hard for me to create that kind of routine.
@@oliviabuquet1918 try the pomodoro study method. You can still use time blocking and study based on priority but you’ll prob have to set times each study when you’re available to study and try and pomodoro method. I also use an app called forest and it helps me stay focused and time my study sessions. It helps me figure out which classes require more time and energy. And remember with high education study planning things are always changes so our schedules and techniques need to be flexible and adaptable.
@@Amalia.s.8059 i do like pomodoro a lot and i didn’t even think of putting sessions in my planner! And i have learned to plan in pencil. Especially with corona and some hurricanes this semester has truly been one with a lot of erasing 😂😂
@@oliviabuquet1918 I totally understand it’s a new habit I’m trying so I don’t get overwhelmed at the last minute with all my hw and I can stay on top of my work and not fall behind lol 😂 Also try checking out Amanda v Sevilla she posted a bunch of videos in the summer on her channel of her pomodoro studying sessions to prep for grad school. Maybe some of her techniques might help you with your the types of courses your studying. And just keep trying diff techniques maybe one study method works for a class but a diff method works better for another class. It’s not always one size fits all you know.
I'm not great at time blocking. I find it both helpful and anxiety inducing. Like I feel good when I accomplish the task but then feels bad if not accomplished etc.
Hi Alaina! Thank you for sharing these tips! During my planning, I usually just erase things that didn't work out to avoid confusing myself. But by erasing it, I kind of lose important information about what is working and what is not. So, I was looking for simple solutions to track my time better. And your tip about writing a checkmark or if something was canceled in another pen color is so simple and effective! I'll try that. Thank you! (I'm enjoying your content a lot!)
I am new to your channel and I just wanted to say I love how straight to the point your videos are. You explain everything in a clear and concise manner and it’s so refreshing. As soon as I am done with my cross country move, I plan to implement quite a few of your tips. Thanks for getting me excited about planning again!
I plan to introduce batching into my system to stay on schedule with my podcast. I'm going to have a writing day for my outlines and a audio day to record episodes. I'm hoping this will keep me 6-8 weeks ahead at all times.🙂🙏🏾 #taskbatching
I bought the hourly calendar based on a earlier video of yours. The thing collected dust all year (a total waste of money). I am going to try it for the rest of November and December. We will see how it goes. I am still so undecided to my system for 2021.
Absolutely fantastic! I have been binge watching your videos and I must say you have definitely enhanced both my journaling and planning process. Thank you!
Thank you for this video. I’m a working mother of two young girls and I’m trying to organize my life, cause things are pretty hectic lol ☺️☺️...these tips will definitely help me organize my planner to fit my life...
I love time blocking. I work in procurement so it helps alot. Mon/wed theme is baby purchases. tues/thurs is placing items out for bid. friday is catch up day. I time block for just reviewing specifications etc. and then i'll set up a different time block to place the items out for public bid. So a good chunk will close at the same time and i know that after they close i'll set a time block to award them etc. and it works great for me. I noticed when i first started that switching mindsets back and forth was exhausting so batching and blocking is the best lol
Great idea!! I'm doing Planmas this year. So it will be videos from December 1st - December 25th (everyday). All Planning 101 I'll add wedding planning to the list!
Thank you so much for these advices, they are very clear, I also appreciate your voice and the way you speak. Energy but not in a rush :) This is really interesting i wanna put that in practice.
This motivates me to start the process of getting more organized. I was going to ask what pens you use but I found the answer in the comment section. Lol. Thank you for the video.
The part about batching alone was worth watching. I am a teacher and I am way more efficient when I batch grading, I don't know why it never occurred to me to batch other things.
Hey Guys! Today's video is on how to get better at time blocking in your planner. If you want to get more done using a paper planner then try these three tips and let me know how they work for you! If you want to learn more about planning life & managing money join me on Patreon in TOM Academy: www.patreon.com/tomacademy Are you time blocking in your planner? How is it working for you?
Plan is one thing. Discipline is another.
Yes. I struggle with the follow through 😔.
I've been working on time blocking and batching for a while now, but it never occurred to me to track what I'm currently doing with my time FIRST! That's genius, thank you!
So happy it helped
i definitely needed this video! my poor planner has been so neglected lately 😂😭
I love time blocking, so important since I’m in graduate school! Do you have any tips about theming my day while in school? I thought about making each day a specific class but so much changes as far as assignments in the short term that i feel like it wouldn’t work.
I’m also in grad school right in in NYC and it’s all virtual. When I use my planner I theme my days by which days I have classes, which days are just study days, and then I leave one day for home tasks and one for self care & family. For my study themed days I time block sections of three hours to study and then take breaks, but because assignments always vary I don’t plan ahead of time which classes to do. I just decide the day of based on which assignments are most important and require the most time. So week to week it’s varies but the days I dedicated to studying remain the same. Hope this helps.
@@Amalia.s.8059 I am not virtual and currently taking 20 credit hours in pharmacy school. I am always studying because we have 1-2 large exams a week. What do you do for large exams? I feel like each week is so different that it would be hard for me to create that kind of routine.
@@oliviabuquet1918 try the pomodoro study method. You can still use time blocking and study based on priority but you’ll prob have to set times each study when you’re available to study and try and pomodoro method. I also use an app called forest and it helps me stay focused and time my study sessions. It helps me figure out which classes require more time and energy. And remember with high education study planning things are always changes so our schedules and techniques need to be flexible and adaptable.
@@Amalia.s.8059 i do like pomodoro a lot and i didn’t even think of putting sessions in my planner! And i have learned to plan in pencil. Especially with corona and some hurricanes this semester has truly been one with a lot of erasing 😂😂
@@oliviabuquet1918 I totally understand it’s a new habit I’m trying so I don’t get overwhelmed at the last minute with all my hw and I can stay on top of my work and not fall behind lol 😂 Also try checking out Amanda v Sevilla she posted a bunch of videos in the summer on her channel of her pomodoro studying sessions to prep for grad school. Maybe some of her techniques might help you with your the types of courses your studying. And just keep trying diff techniques maybe one study method works for a class but a diff method works better for another class. It’s not always one size fits all you know.
Your voice is so soothing
I'm not great at time blocking. I find it both helpful and anxiety inducing. Like I feel good when I accomplish the task but then feels bad if not accomplished etc.
Try and give yourself some leeway. I try to make your blocks larger that helps to ease anxiety.
This video was right on time. I’m just now implementing time blocking and this was really helpful!
Hi Alaina! Thank you for sharing these tips! During my planning, I usually just erase things that didn't work out to avoid confusing myself. But by erasing it, I kind of lose important information about what is working and what is not. So, I was looking for simple solutions to track my time better. And your tip about writing a checkmark or if something was canceled in another pen color is so simple and effective! I'll try that. Thank you! (I'm enjoying your content a lot!)
This is awesome
I am new to your channel and I just wanted to say I love how straight to the point your videos are. You explain everything in a clear and concise manner and it’s so refreshing. As soon as I am done with my cross country move, I plan to implement quite a few of your tips. Thanks for getting me excited about planning again!
I plan to introduce batching into my system to stay on schedule with my podcast. I'm going to have a writing day for my outlines and a audio day to record episodes. I'm hoping this will keep me 6-8 weeks ahead at all times.🙂🙏🏾 #taskbatching
I bought the hourly calendar based on a earlier video of yours. The thing collected dust all year (a total waste of money). I am going to try it for the rest of November and December. We will see how it goes. I am still so undecided to my system for 2021.
Please do a morning routine for when you have to get up early for work.
I don’t have a system nor themes, Lol, I work, clean, cook , and budget, grocery shop😀
LOL!! That works
Great video! Where did you get the black cover, can't find it~ :)
You have such a great voice! It’s so relaxing. Also love your content 💕
Hi, mdm Alaina. Thanks for the video. Do u have a video of how to decide on theme for each day?
Love your planner videos!
What are the pages you use for time blocking?
Hey! It's a classic happy planner hourly.
@@TheOrganizedMoney awesome! Thank you so much! I wish they made them in the BIG size. 😂
I’m new and I love this channel ......
Your nails are so pretty!
Thanks 🤗
Absolutely fantastic! I have been binge watching your videos and I must say you have definitely enhanced both my journaling and planning process. Thank you!
I love time blocking.
Thank you for this video. I’m a working mother of two young girls and I’m trying to organize my life, cause things are pretty hectic lol ☺️☺️...these tips will definitely help me organize my planner to fit my life...
I love time blocking. I work in procurement so it helps alot. Mon/wed theme is baby purchases. tues/thurs is placing items out for bid. friday is catch up day. I time block for just reviewing specifications etc. and then i'll set up a different time block to place the items out for public bid. So a good chunk will close at the same time and i know that after they close i'll set a time block to award them etc. and it works great for me. I noticed when i first started that switching mindsets back and forth was exhausting so batching and blocking is the best lol
Hi! Great video! Does theming change week to week? Or are the themes set on that certain day each week?
My themes can change depending on my appointments and meetings.
This was a great video. I really need to incorporate batch recording my content. Having a theme for for each day is a great idea.
Could you make a video about how to use a wedding planning book? Love your channel! ❤️
Great idea!! I'm doing Planmas this year. So it will be videos from December 1st - December 25th (everyday). All Planning 101 I'll add wedding planning to the list!
@@TheOrganizedMoney yes! Please do! I need help planning my second wedding next year lol
I would love her to do wedding planning. I am planning my friend's wedding and would like some ideas.
Thank you so much for these advices, they are very clear, I also appreciate your voice and the way you speak. Energy but not in a rush :) This is really interesting i wanna put that in practice.
This motivates me to start the process of getting more organized. I was going to ask what pens you use but I found the answer in the comment section. Lol. Thank you for the video.
Thank you, I am new to planning & your videos are very helpful for this newbie 😊
The part about batching alone was worth watching. I am a teacher and I am way more efficient when I batch grading, I don't know why it never occurred to me to batch other things.
I'm definitely gonna try the theming and batching method. Thanks for sharing these.
Great tips. Thank you for sharing. Will start using this approach more.
Thank you so much! I really needed this
Awesome tips! Thank you.
I’ve been binge watching your TH-cam videos. So glad to find you. Excellent content and explanations. Thank you.
Thank you!!
Oh I love your system so much!! Thank you!
Hi! What pens do you use?
Hey! My favorite is the Papermate Ink Joy 0.7
Thank you for your advice 🙂
sounds like a good planner
Touché! Great video!!!
This is so helpful! Thank you!
:) ❤