Get Organized! by Dr. Frank Buck

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

"Clutter" is physical stuff that's in the wrong place. Even a little can make your home or office look like a junk pile. This hack makes a big difference. https://www.frankbuck.org/a-simple-hack-to-clear-the-clutter

Input has always been the Achille's Heel of our mobile devices. Voice input makes it easy. These examples will make your life easier. For more information and a video demonstration, visit the blog post:   https://www.frankbuck.org/voice-input-tasks

In a contest for "worst year ever," 2020 would be the favorite. For most, the 1st half has been empty. Can we turn it around and end 2020 with a glass half full? For additional information and video, visit http://www.frankbuck.org/2020-a-glass-half-full

Time blocking is a popular time-management strategy. Watch me demonstrate my take on how to do it. Hint: The answer is NOT "put it all on the calendar." For more information and for an extend video demonstration, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/time-blocking

Morph Transition, Design Ideas, and 3-D Models are three relatively new PowerPoint features that are worth learning. Here's what you need to know. For more information and the demonstration video, visit the blog post. https://www.frankbuck.org/powerpoint-3-new-features-for-beautiful-slides

A reader asked how I am able to look at the camera the whole time when video recording. Here is my reply along with a demonstration. For more, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/talk-to-camera

If you've ever loved and lost a pet, you'll understand this Sheltie story. Sally left us too soon and was a joy every day. For more, and for the videos of dogs at play, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/sally

Microsoft 365 now includes two tools designed to improve your writing. Proofreading in Microsoft Word is easier with "Read Aloud" and "Editor." For more information, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/read-aloud-and-editor

NOTE: Since this video posted, Meetingbird has discontinued its service. You will find other similar services: YouCanBookMe.com  Calendly.com Woven.com (which integrates with Google Calendar). If you use You Can Book Me or Calendly, also use Doodle.com. Doodle will allow you to find a common time when an entire group can meet.  Learn how to avoid the back and forth emails and phone calls...

 "Clutter" is physical stuff that's in the wrong place. Even a little can make your home or office look like a junk pile. This hack makes a big difference.  Come over to the blog post and leave a comment: https://www.frankbuck.org/a-simple-hack-to-clear-the-clutter

NOTE: Since this video posted, Meetingbird has discontinued its service. You will find other similar services: YouCanBookMe.com  Calendly.com Woven.com (which integrates with Google Calendar). If you use You Can Book Me or Calendly, also use Doodle.com. Doodle will allow you to find a common time when an entire group can meet.  Learn how to avoid the back and forth emails and phone calls...

Gmail is rolling out a feature that makes search easier. Its search has always been powerful, but you had to dig a little. Those days are no more. Come over to the blog post for more details and a video demonstrating this concept: https://www.frankbuck.org/gmail-search-chips

Opening Gmail to compose a message can lead to spending unwanted time on the messages which await. Learn how to create a new message with one click even though you're not in Gmail. For more information, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/compose-gmail-with-one-click Here is the link you will need to be able to set up one-click Gmail creation as discussed in the podcast: https://mail.go...

During the COVID-19 era, do you feel like you're stuck in the movie "Groundhog Day?" Here's how to give you days purpose during this time. For more information, visit the blog post: https://www.frankbuck.org/groundhog-day-syndrome