Get Organized! by Dr. Frank Buck

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Most people are overwhelmed by the amount of paper and digital information in their lives. Frank Buck makes organization easy so you can increase productivity, decrease stress, and enjoy life. Global Gurus ranked Frank #1 in the world in the "Time Management" category for 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. If you're interested in total control over your time and the peace of mind that nothing is falling through the cracks, this is the productivity podcast for you. Learn more at FrankBuck.org.

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August 25, 20268 min

How I Memorized 57 Pages of Notes in 1 Day (Revisited 1.5 Million Views Later)

5 years ago. 1.5 million views ago. 1,600 comments ago. That was the video entitled "How I Memorized 57 Pages of Notes in 1 Day." I had no idea that this video would be far and away the most viewed. As we look to a new school year, let's look at one of the challenges high school and college students face: memorizing notes for tests. I don't think memorization is the key to lifelong learning, but it's certainly going to help coming up at the end of the week. For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/memorize-notes-fast/

August 18, 202610 min

Time Management for Teachers: 3 Principles That Matter

Summer break is over, and that "this will be my best year" feeling is real. But by the time the Halloween candy shows up, the grind can wear that feeling down fast. Here's some good news: you don't need a total overhaul to stay ahead this year. Just three simple decisions: ✅ Pick ONE way to communicate with parents ✅ Keep documentation dead simple (a plain notebook works) ✅ Delegate the repeating tasks that eat up your day For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/3-teacher-time-management-principles/

August 11, 20266 min

How to Get Organized for Back to School

Almost 30 years in public education taught me something that has nothing to do with test scores: the students who have the smoothest year aren't always the smartest ones in the room. They're the ones with a system, and usually a parent who helped build it. As families head into a new school year, here are five low-cost habits worth setting up now: A locker divider that turns wasted space into a real shelf. One designated spot for papers that need a parent's attention. A shared family calendar that ends the guessing game around rides and schedules. A student planner, notepad, or index card that builds the habit of writing things down. And a one-binder system that gets purged regularly instead of piling up. Small structures, set up early, save families hours of frustration later. What systems have your family found that make the school year run more smoothly? #EducationLeadership #ParentingTips #TimeManagement For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/back-to-school-organization/

August 4, 202632 min

How to Make Reading Fun Again (Danny Brassell’s Best Tips)

Dr. Danny Brassell has been called a “cross between Jim Carrey and Robin Williams.” He uses humor to impart the very serious message about the importance of reading for young people of all ages. Danny and I recorded this episode several years ago, and it remains one of my favorites. We all agree that education is critical to the future of any nation. But what can each of us do...as parents, as community members, as educators? In this interview, you’ll learn practical strategies to help our youngest generation find joy in reading and learn to become better at this crucial skill. For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/danny-brassell2

July 28, 20264 min

3 Hidden Gmail Features You May Have Missed

Gmail has rolled out three features that are genuinely useful: you can now change your Gmail address, unsubscribe from all your junk mail in one dashboard, and track every package without leaving your inbox. These are small changes that add up to real time savings. Which one are you trying first? Drop a comment below and share this with someone who could use a cleaner inbox. 👇 https://FrankBuck.org/3-gmail-tricks

July 21, 20266 min

Gmail: How to Get Your Inbox Empty Every Day

Feeling buried in email? Your inbox was never meant to be a to-do list. Gmail has built-in tools that help you clear the clutter fast. In my latest post, I walk through four simple workflows using Google Calendar, Tasks, and Keep to get your inbox down to zero. No new apps. No complicated systems. Just tools you already have, finally working together. https://FrankBuck.org/gmail-empty-inbox

July 14, 20265 min

"Early" Is the Real "On Time"

Being late isn't just an inconvenience. It's a statement. It tells everyone waiting that their time matters less than yours. We've all known that person. The one who walks in five minutes late every day. The parent who arrives just as the bus pulls out. Fast forward 20 years, and the same habits follow them into the workplace. Early is one time. On time is late. It's a small shift that makes a big difference. 👇 https://frankbuck.org/early-is-on-time

June 30, 20264 min

Remember The Milk-MilkScript for Postponing Tasks and Subtasks

If your daily checklist is built around Remember The Milk, today's update is a game-changer for your workflow. Subtasks are incredible for organizing projects, but delaying a project usually means opening the task, modifying the subtasks, and then modifying the main task separately. Doing this for ten projects can drain your energy. Thanks to a helpful team member at Remember The Milk, we now have a custom script that automates the whole process. You can select multiple tasks, type in your days, and watch everything align instantly. Check out the blog post for the step-by-step guide and the code link to streamline your task management! https://frankbuck.org/remember-the-milk-postpone-script/

June 23, 202615 min

How to Build the Perfect Projects List in Remember The Milk

How do you keep all the balls in the air when you have a dozen projects going at once? Here's the system I use in Remember The Milk. For more, be sure to check out the blog post. https://frankbuck.org/projects-list/

June 16, 20268 min

How to Master Evernote's Note Editor: Collapsible Headers, Callouts, and More

Are you still scrambling to take notes during meetings? There's a better way. Evernote has a built-in AI meeting notetaker that records, transcribes, and summarizes every meeting for you. No extra app. No extra cost. It's already included in all Evernote plans. I walk through the whole setup in my latest video: how to link your note to your calendar, record the meeting, get a verbatim transcript, and use the Evernote AI Assistant to produce thekind of meeting notes you actually want. If you're tired of messy notes and missed details, this one's for you. Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments! For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/evernote-meeting-notes/