
Get Organized! by 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.
Latest episodes

Jul 14, 2020 • 5min
A Simple Hack to Clear the Clutter
"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

Jul 7, 2020 • 5min
Voice Input: The Easiest Way to Trap New Tasks
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

Jun 30, 2020 • 4min
2020: A Glass Half Full?
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

Jun 23, 2020 • 6min
Time Blocking Made Easy: My Own Take
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

Jun 16, 2020 • 6min
PowerPoint: 3 New Features for Beautiful Slides
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

Jun 9, 2020 • 6min
How to Talk to the Camera: A Reader Question
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

Jun 2, 2020 • 5min
Remembering Sally: Thanks for 6 Great Years
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

May 26, 2020 • 5min
Improve Your Writing with Two New Word Features
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

May 19, 2020 • 5min
Meetingbird: How It Can Help the Remote Worker
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 involved with trying to schedule meetings. Use the automation in Meetingbird instead.
An autoscheduler such as Meetingbird is good any time. When you are a remote worker, it becomes an even better tool to improve communication. For additional information, visit the post: https://www.frankbuck.org/meetingbird-remote-worker
To learn more about Meetingbird, visit this post: https://www.frankbuck.org/meetingbird

May 14, 2020 • 5min
A Simple Hack to Clear the Clutter
"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