As the new year is upon us, why not start as we mean to go on? Get yourself organized with a daily task planner, productivity journal or simple to-do list, or keep your schedule virtual with a productivity app. Whatever your planning style is, here are 7 of the best productivity planners to help you get everything done in 2021.
Physical productivity planners
In a world of technology and screens, sometimes it’s just best to get back to the basics of pen and paper. Especially when you’re trying to organize your commitments, to-do lists and thoughts, physically writing things down and seeing them in front of you is the best way to organize your life.
When it comes to choosing the best productivity planners, the great thing is that you can customize your choice to fit your own preferences and ways of organizing. Whether you want it to be as simple as a to-do list, or a detailed weekly planner with an hour-by-hour schedule to fill out, there’s productivity planners out there for everyone.
To-Do List
Sometimes, less really is more, and the best productivity planners are the simplest. For those wanting an easy, no-frills planner to keep track of their daily tasks, a to-do list can be the best daily planner. Each morning you can note down all of the things you want to get done for the day, giving your activities some direction and yourself - a boost of motivation as you tick off each task.
We have a range of different to-do lists to choose from at Captain Notepad, each being completely customizable from colors to designs and sizes. You can shop to-do lists here.
Daily task planner
If you’re on the hunt for a planner with a little more structure, then a daily task planner will be better suited for you. Not only will it provide a space to write down your tasks for each day, but to also take into account the importance of each task and activity. From meal planning to space for doodles or affirmations, a daily task planner acts as a great way to not only organize your work activities but each aspect of your day too.
At Captain Notepad, you can choose from a variety of productivity planners for daily tasks, with different sections for different priorities too. Shop now.
Diary
A diary makes a great daily planner for 2021, as it keeps everything in one place and allows you to plan as far in advance as you need to. Especially if you’re planning long term projects or recording important plans or deadlines, a diary planner will keep everything organized and in one place. A place that you can come back to even after you’ve completed your task. The option to have a section or page for each day is perfect for those with jam-packed days that need the space
Weekly planner
An upgrade from a diary, a weekly planner gives you the week’s overview on one handy page and allows you to get a bird’s eye view of your week, and is one of the best productivity planners out there. The space this kind of planner affords you means you can include all of your plans and tasks for the week, from work-related activities to social plans and personal reminders. For those who like to plan in advance, a weekly view with a daily task planner section for each day is a great way to make sure you get everything on your list done this year.
We offer a huge range of fully personalizable weekly planners to suit your exact needs, complete with your favorite colors and designs.
Productivity Journal
Investing in a productivity journal not only keeps your tasks and activities organized, but also encourages you to reflect on your work and working habits as you go through the year. This reflection enables you to continuously improve your productivity and invest in your personal development in a way that other planners don’t allow for.
Planner apps
If you’re a tech-savvy planner, then anything to do with the organization is best done on an app or laptop screen. For those of us who prefer to have a neat and tidy display with the option to link to websites or documents, then planning apps are the way forward.
Notion
Notion is a relatively new planning app, but boy does it pack a punch. A versatile and user-friendly app that works seamlessly across computers, phones and tablets. Your account can be linked to your Google or Apple accounts too. You can create bookmarks to any websites you need and create documents within the app too to keep everything in place and planned for.
Reminders
A super simple tool that we all have on our phones and tablets is the Reminders app. You can easily record your to-do list from your phone and even set alarms to ensure you don’t miss a deadline!
Google Calendar
Google’s services stretch out far beyond a search engine, and they offer a fully comprehensive professional package that covers everything from meetings to emails and file storage. Their Calendar app can be used by anyone with a Google account to schedule appointments but also to use as a daily task planner. If you want to boost your productivity, then fill out your day on Google Calendar to maximize your time.
Are you ready to get everything done in 2021? Then get shopping for the best productivity planners at Captain Notepad.
