How to create a schedule that will actually help you.

The foolproof way to become a scheduler and get things done.

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Have you struggled with scheduling your days and actually sticking to that schedule?

That’s too bad, because scheduling your days are the only real way to fit everything into a 24 hour period.

Here’s your guide to time blocking/scheduling your day.

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Step one: Choose your scheduling tool.

Google Calendar is a good option. Apple has their own calendar too.

You can go the BulletJournal route, which will let you be a bit more creative.

I like Cal Newport’s option. If you don’t want to spend money on the Black n’ Red Twin Wire notebook he references, you can substitute a legal pad.

I recently found a journal by Best Self, which I am really enjoying.

Since I find it easier to compartmentalize, I use Cal Newport’s method at work and the Best Self journal for my personal goals.