Product Review: The Moleskine Planner

Product Review: The Moleskine Planner

I meet A LOT of teachers and leaders who are in VERY committed relationships with their Moleskine Notebooks. I can see why. Moleskines are sleek, professional-looking and often super-portable, depending on which size you purchase. Rather than take it away, I simply...
Product Review: The Uncalendar

Product Review: The Uncalendar

There are a lot of commercial planners on the market, and some are better than others. For my most recent raves and rants, check here. Or here. But until now, I’ve never reviewed the Uncalendar, to which at least 2 – 3 of my workshop attendees are hard-core devoted....
Make It Pretty and Personal: Erin Condren Planners

Make It Pretty and Personal: Erin Condren Planners

I got to see one of my favorite Together Teachers (and now Together Leaders!), Jocelyn G., in Boston last week. I’ve known Jocelyn for almost five years now, so I’ve gotten to see multiple iterations of her systems over time. One of her most recent adaptations is...

I Will Not Take Away Your Notebook, I Promise!

I admit I did write about ditching your notebook awhile back. But I’m here to say my intent is NOT to rip your notebook out of your hands. Just like if you love your planner, we only have to make your tool work for you. Meet Sam, an inclusion specialist in Washington,...
Know Thyself: Adapt Your Systems

Know Thyself: Adapt Your Systems

Last week in Memphis I met Parker C., a middle school teacher with a rockin’ Weekly Worksheet already in place. Clearly a man for a committed relationship, there was nary a Post-it Note in sight! Parker’s Weekly Worksheet had all the great elements of a strong weekly...
Meet the Arc’s Fancy Cousin: The Levenger

Meet the Arc’s Fancy Cousin: The Levenger

I was lucky enough to meet Julie Ann C., a fifth grade math teacher, in Austin this summer. We quickly developed a mutual admiration society (membership count: two), and she invited me into her organizational life. Similar to Michelle’s Arc from Staples, Julie Ann C....