Summary of "How to Organize Your Calendar - The Ultimate Guide"
Being punctual is important for success, and using a calendar is key to staying organized.
- The productivity system includes external tools like a calendar to keep track of tasks, events, contacts, etc.
- Three rules for organizing a calendar: set it up to suit your preferences, add events with relevant information, and get information at the right time.
- Choosing between physical and digital calendars is a personal preference; use what works best for you.
- Google calendar is recommended for its free accessibility and integrations with other apps.
- Divide events into "life buckets" for better organization and color-coding.
- Use recurring events and add relevant information to event descriptions for better organization.
- Utilize quick capture tools and apps like Fantastical for easy event input.
- Set up notifications for important events and use a fudge ratio to account for the planning fallacy.
- Check your calendar daily and set multiple notifications for important events.
- Setting up a productivity system, including a calendar, is crucial for organization and success.
- Skillshare offers a course on productivity systems for further learning.
Speakers/sources
- Skillshare
- David Allen (productivity guru)
Category
Educational