Get Organized! by Dr. Frank Buck

In this interview, Jason teaches a short lesson on "3 Things a Leader Can Do to Change Lives" while demonstrating effective strategies for remote learning. To watch the interview and see the demonstration, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/jason-womack-dten

This year's content helped you organize your surroundings and your time and boost your productivity. Here's the best of 2020. For links to everything talked about during this episode, come over to the blog post:> https://frankbuck.org/best-of-2020

The holidays are over and there's so much stuff to be put away. Learn 3 strategies to conquer holiday clutter and enjoy what you have. For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/conquer-holiday-clutter

Have you had someone create a Facebook page with your name and picture? An easy Facebook security tip keeps this from happening to you. For more, visit the post: https://frankbuck.org/facebook-security

Every year, countless money is lost due to gift cards never used. Learn a simple way to keep up with and use what you have. Some over to the blog post and view the video:   https://frankbuck.org/gift-cards

We should teach young people to write thank-you notes. This episode shows how to use the Tickler File to keep the practice front-and-center. Be sure to come over to the blog post for my interview with Jason Womack and videos by Tom Peters and Chief Justice John Roberts: https://frankbuck.org/thank-you-notes So here's your challenge. After listening to the interview with Jason Womack, did you write...

No one tool answers all your productivity needs. A deep toolbox gives you the right tool for the right job. Here are 5 free digital tools. Visit the post for links>> https://frankbuck.org/free-digital-tools/

Google Photos will no longer be totally free. Here's how to take advantage of the changes. Now's the time to jump in with both feet! The text of the blog post contains links you will need. Come over and visit here: https://frankbuck.org/google-photos-changes/

Say goodbye to bad subject lines and forgotten attachments. Learn a strategy to write better emails. Make your communication clear and get your messages read. For more, visit the post: https://frankbuck.org/write-better-emails/

The worst part of the writing process is writer's block. If you hate looking at a blank page, learn a technique to banish it forever. Visit the post for more: https://frankbuck.org/writers-block/

Explore what has changed in the new Evernote design. Read about what this means to you and the decisions you will need to make. Visit the blog post for all of the links mentioned in the episode:   https://frankbuck.org/new-evernote/

When work slows to a standstill, it's often because someone is the bottleneck. Could it be you? Here's how to move forward and get things on track. For more, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/are-you-the-bottleneck/  

When you experience poor customer service there's a better way to handle it than just get mad. Getting action is easier than you think. More more, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/ask-for-what-you-want/

Remap the Print Screen key to allow you to easily snip any portion of the screen with the touch of 1 key. For more information and to view a demonstration video, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/screen-snips-with-1-key-my-new-favorite-shortcut/   UPDATE: I have created a new post and video to go with Windows 11. You will find that information here: https://frankbuck.org/windows-11-s...

Come over to the blog post and follow along as I show the dozen-or-so "If This Then That" applets that make my life easier. Re-create or modify any of them for your needs: https://frankbuck.org/powerful-ifttt-applets UPDATE: IFTTT has lowered the monthly subscription rate. Instead of $9.99/per month, the price is $3.99/month. You can also view the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2GqET67kzek Her...

(Update: IFTTT has extended the "name your own price" deadline through October 31. Starting November 1, new subscriptions to Pro will cost $3.99 per month.) I am up for Global Gurus "Top 30" again this year in the "Time Management" category. Part of the selection is determined by popular vote. Could I get you to take a second and vote for me? You'll be asked to log in with your Facebook, Google, o...

Time tracking is a valuable exercise, but the mechanics can be cumbersome. Learning a simple automation makes the process easy. For more and to see a video demonstration visit the blog post:   https://frankbuck.org/evernote-time-tracking/ Update: When this post appeared, IFTTT was free. There is still a free plan, but it is limited to three applets. Since what you see here requires only one a...

Evernote is a great tool for housing notes for the college student. Learn a strategy to structure Evernote for the college semester. For more information and a video demonstration, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/evernote-college-notes/

Based on the premise of Dan Heath's Upstream, this post examines 3 fictional people. Each handles results of problems instead of prevention. For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/upstream/ Listen to Ray Sidney-Smith and I discuss this book on Productivity Book Group

One memory technique transformed my approach to how to study in college. With it, I made an "A" in every class thereafter (all the way through the doctorate). For more information and a video demonstration, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/how-to-memorize-notes

Learn the one secret to how to take notes in college. Follow it up with how to transform those notes into something that will yield an "A" on the test. For more information, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/college-students:-how-to-take-great-notes/

Sending large digital files is a challenge. Using Dropbox Transfer, you can send up to 100GB at a time for free. This episode shows how to do it. For more information and a video demonstration, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/dropbox-transfer/

What critical elements make a paper planner effective? Learn what elements to look for. Get specific recommendations for brands and even a free option. For more, a video, and free downloads, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/paper-planne/

Most people don't know the new Windows 10 features. There are quite a few. This post covers Snip & Sketch, hiding desktop icons, and Quick Assist.  To view the video, come over to http://www.frankbuck.org/3-windows-10-features

"Interruptions" tops the list of reasons people can't accomplish their goals. Interruptions destroy focus and momentum. Learn 3 ways to tame this time bandit.   For more information come over to the blog posts: http:/frankbuck.org/how-to-tame-interruptions-and-get-work-done