Paper planners and desk-sized calendars are popular companions to the kickoff of any new year. They represent fresh starts, new beginnings, and goal setting.

I'm curious — did you start the year with business goals, and a new planner or journal in hand? More importantly, are you still planning with the same level of commitment you had earlier in the year?

If you're answer is yes, let me be the first to congratulate you! Amazing job!

But, if your answer is kinda or no, fret not because you are not alone.

You're not the only merchant in search of a planner or online planning tool that will help you complete the work you want to complete. A tool that will help you stay focused, take action, and continue growing.

In this week's podcast episode, I review several types of planners:

• The four types of planners I review
• How each planner is unique and how I've used each for different purposes
• The similarities across each planner type
• The key difference between planners and planning
• The biggest opportunities for Retailers and Makers when it comes to planners

After you've listened, it's time to take action! Remember: Knowledge and action are most effective when applied within the context of your unique business using your unique style.

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