Comments on: The one productivity tip I am thankful for

By: Bbcversus

Bbcversus — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:59:05 +0000

Thanks for the sharing!! I will try it!

By: John Soares

John Soares — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 23:14:47 +0000

I’m thankful for learning early on the importance of having a clear and detailed outline before I begin writing.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:21:41 +0000

Good points. Just like any technology, a time tracking tool of choice should be based on your needs, your habits, and your self discipline. For some – like yourself – if you have a pretty solid routine, go for it. Why fix something that isn’t broken, right?

For others who bill by the hour and find it hard to keep track of time on their own, perhaps a time tracking and billing software would be a better fit for them. It has its pros and cons. Though the time it takes to access the software is by far a lot longer than opening up a moleskine notebook, it organizes time, project, and client information. But that would only be a worth-while benefit, if it helps you save time.

Just putting it out there that people should base their tools on their needs first and foremost.

By: M Smith

M Smith — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:53:24 +0000

I’ve tried using organiser software in the past, but having a real planner handy is certainly more efficient in my opinion. And mine is a moleskin as well!

And actually, just like a businessman, as a freelancer, I always have a ‘business plan’ (which I of course take note of in my notebook).

I read this article that might be handy for freelancers out there as well (not quite related to the notebook exactly, but it certainly gives tips on how to be more efficient) : http://freelancesupermarket.com/news/2009/11/13/5-freelancing-pitfalls-and-how-to-avoid-them.aspx

By: Martin

Martin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 11:39:24 +0000

Hello! My first comment here… I also agree, the moleskine notebook is my best productivity tool… And also the whiteboard.

By: Kevin Donnigan

Kevin Donnigan — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 02:46:40 +0000

This is something I never do and need to pick-up on. I lose track of time easy and get so caught up with the task at hand… Thanks for the tip!

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:42:17 +0000

hey Damon. thanks for the comment. Glad to see I’m not the only one who does this

Happy thanksgiving to you too!

By: Damon

Damon — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:18:06 +0000

Gotta agree here… it just seems natural to me to write down my times, instead of logging into an application and doing it. I guess I just feel more “in control” if that makes any sense.

Happy thanksgiving!