

Get Organized! by Dr. Frank Buck
Dr. Frank Buck
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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Aug 19, 2025 • 11min
Stop Student Procrastinating Now: How to Build an Ideal Week
🎯 Is your high schooler struggling with time management? Here's the game-changing system that transforms chaos into control in just 3 simple steps!✅ Start with a weekly grid on paper✅ Digitize everything with Google Calendar✅ Master tasks with Google TasksThe secret isn't working harder—it's having a system that works. Students who learn this early have a massive advantage for life.Plus, there's even a low-tech backup for schools that ban phones! 📱➡️📝What's your biggest time management challenge? Drop it in the comments—your question might inspire my next post!#TimeManagement #StudentSuccess #ParentingTips #OrganizationHacks #productivitytips For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/stop-procrastinating-now/

Aug 12, 2025 • 7min
Mail Merge Magic: How to Transform Your Certificate Creation
🎓 Principals and teachers: Still hand-writing award certificates? There's a better way!This simple mail merge trick cuts certificate prep time by 90%. Instead of typing "Perfect Attendance" 50 times, type it once and let technology do the rest.✅ Use blank certificates instead of expensive pre-printed ones✅ Copy student data from your existing reports✅ Let Excel and Word handle the repetitive work✅ Create hundreds of perfect certificates in minutesAwards Day doesn't have to be stressful. Work smarter, not harder!Go here to get started: https://frankbuck.org/certificate-creation/#SchoolAdmin #EducationHacks #PrincipalLife #TeacherTips

Aug 5, 2025 • 6min
Beat Cell Phone Bans with This Simple Organization System
📱❌ Phone banned at school? Don't panic! This simple organization method worked for decades before smartphones and still crushes digital alternatives.In this video, I'll show you the index card system that keeps students organized when their phones can't come to school. It's simple, effective, and creates the perfect bridge between your digital life and school requirements.🎯 What You'll Learn:- The daily index card method step-by-step- How to capture and process information without your phone- Why one system beats multiple scattered tools- Evening routine to sync with your digital lifehttps://frankbuck.org/beat-cell-phone-bans/

Jul 29, 2025 • 9min
How to Declutter Your Evernote Account
Professional insight: Your digital organization system directly impacts your productivity and success. After years of helping professionals optimize their workflows, I've discovered that most people approach digital organization completely wrong. Many think the solution is to delete everything and start over—but that's like throwing away years of valuable knowledge. Here's the strategic approach that works:→ Create a staging system before reorganizing→ Build sustainable architecture, not perfect folders→ Process gradually while maintaining functionality→ Establish daily maintenance habitsThe result? You don't just find what you're looking for—you discover related insights that drive innovation and efficiency.When your digital notes are properly organized, you experience what I call "digital serendipity"—finding valuable information you'd forgotten you even had.What's your biggest digital organization challenge? I'd love to help you solve it.#ProductivityTips #ProfessionalDevelopment #DigitalOrganization #WorkflowOptimizationFor more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/declutter-evernote-account/

Jul 22, 2025 • 10min
Evernote Shortcuts: Navigate Like a Pro with These 2 Simple Commands
2 Keyboard Shortcuts That Will Transform Your Evernote ProductivityAs professionals, we're constantly juggling information from multiple sources. If you use Evernote for note-taking and project management, these two shortcuts will revolutionize your workflow:Windows: Ctrl + Alt + 1 & Ctrl + Alt + 7Mac: Command + Option + 1 & Command + Option + 7Shortcut #1 (Ctrl + Alt + 1): Your instant reset button. No matter where you are in Evernote, this takes you to Home—your command center with calendar integration, shortcuts, and recent notes.Shortcut #2 (Ctrl + Alt + 7): Opens your tags list with instant search functionality. Think of it as a self-organizing filing system for all your professional notes and projects.I use these shortcuts daily for content creation, project management, and meeting preparation. They've eliminated the digital overwhelm that used to slow me down.The bottom line: Small productivity improvements compound over time. These shortcuts save seconds per use but add up to hours of increased efficiency. What productivity shortcuts do you swear by? #ProductivityTips #EvernoteShortcuts #DigitalOrganization #WorkflowOptimization #ProfessionalDevelopmentFor more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/evernote-shortcuts/

Jul 15, 2025 • 10min
Evernote: How to Make This the Summer You Got Serious About Digital Notes
Discover the vital distinction between notes and documents that our grandmothers mastered. Learn how digital notes can enhance your productivity, allowing quick access and efficient organization. Find out how to use Evernote effectively, especially for students, to streamline your note-taking this summer. The speaker shares personal experiences that illustrate the revolutionary impact of digital notes on information retention and professional success.

Jul 8, 2025 • 14min
Stop Retyping Class Notes: How to Digitize Handwriting in Seconds
The Note-Taking Revolution: Why College Students Should Embrace Hybrid SystemsAfter helping students get organized for over a decade, I've discovered that the most successful approach to note-taking isn't choosing between handwritten or digital—it's combining both.Here's why this hybrid system is transforming academic success:🎯 Cognitive Benefits: Handwritten notes improve memory retention and comprehension🔍 Digital Advantages: Searchable, shareable, and backed up automatically🤝 Collaboration: Real-time editing with study groups creates stronger learning communitiesThe Process is Simple:Take handwritten notes in classPhotograph them using transcription technologyConvert to editable digital textShare and collaborate with classmatesThe Results are Powerful:Students saving hours per week on note organization, improved study session effectiveness, and reduced stress during exam periods. This approach teaches valuable skills for the modern workplace: balancing traditional methods with digital efficiency, collaborative document creation, and systematic organization. The investment in better organizational systems during college pays dividends throughout your career. These habits become the foundation for professional success. What note-taking strategies have worked best in your academic or professional experience?#StudentSuccess #Productivity #DigitalTransformation #Education #StudySkills #OrganizationalSystems #AcademicExcellenceFor more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/evernote-handwriting-transcription/

Jul 1, 2025 • 35min
AI & LinkedIn Strategies: How to Take Your Game to the Next Level (with Al Kushner)
🚀 Struggling to keep track of all the great ideas and insights you encounter? This month we're diving into digital notes systems that actually work! I just interviewed Al Kushner about AI and LinkedIn strategies, and it reinforced something important: your information is only as valuable as your ability to find it when you need it. Whether you're using AI tools for content creation or building your professional network, having organized digital notes isn't just helpful—it's essential for success.For important information and links, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/al-kushner/

Jun 24, 2025 • 39min
Becoming a Marketing Influencer in a New Country (with Camillia Fitzsimmons)
Learn how to relocate internationally and start your business abroad. Real strategies from Camillia Fitzsimmons who moved from Vancouver to Israel.For much more and important links, visit the blog post: https://FrankBuck.org/camillia

Jun 17, 2025 • 36min
"Money Talk": Practical Strategies You Can Use
Master financial organization with proven systems for managing subscriptions, gift cards, and bills. Stop losing money and gain control today.For more, visit the blog post: https://frankbuck.org/money-talk