I have watched every video you have I am a single mum of 4....2 years ago I got out of a really bad relationship....I had to build my life from the ground up which was very difficult.....you helped me get out of debt, save money and just watching you helps me organise different things #carhacks #shelftember.....fast forward to this year...I have an emergency fund.....I have savings.....I am more organised and enjoying life in all aspects......i have come back to this video as my goal this year was get to the point I could organise 1 year in advance.....I picked up my 2019 diary last week and over this past week I have booked a holiday for the October school holiday it's our first holiday in 3 years!!! I have paid my daughter's £75 school trip which isn't until next may......all I can say is THANK YOU so very much for all your help I was in a very dark place and now I'm flourishing...your videos literally helped me out of a very dark time in my life!!! I reached my goal for 2018 and this week planned my year which was my goal for 2019!!!
The idea of putting on the calendar the family outings and the phone calls to improve family relationships is so simple, it's genius! Thanks for the ideas!
ok confession- I was like UGH plan your whole year?!!! no way.... but then I watched this video and I'm like GIVE ME MY GOOGLE CALENDAR RIGHT THIS SECOND!!! absolutely love this vid!!!
same! are you still doing this for this year? I made my own version of it for 2019 and included things like outfit and meal planning.. it's on my channel if you want more inspiration :)
I love the part about calling family- some of us have loved ones who have passed on, that we wish we would have taken that time out before. Every week I have an hour or so chat with my nana on Wednesday! It lets her know I am OK, she gets to hear about me and her great-grandbaby which helps to keep her from worrying (especially when it gets icy out, or flu season!). It's been so helpful, and it really has made a huge difference when work schedule + school schedule (2 full time jobs, school full time) made our family dinners stretch farther apart. We also need to be better about scheduling date night- I work with my partner of 6 years and sometimes it gets a little hum-drum! We want to get back to having FUN!
"Purge" is my word for this year. My household is purging clothes, paperwork that is beyond its recommended term for keeping, college books, craft supplies (picking 3 crafts to stick with out of the 10 that I do), etc. We're going to end up with quite the rummage sale and I'm excited about it.
Wow. I watch, but rarely comment. I only got half way through this video and was shocked at how truly helpful, practical and actionable your tips are. Implementing immediately. Thanks!
Hey guys! I just wanted to come and say thanks (again). 2 years after finding you, my debt has gone down by 60%! During that time I was on maternity leave for a year, Covid happened and my partner was out of work… it’s all been worth the effort. Absolutely adore you guys thank you! It’s no longer overwhelming ❤️
thanks for making this video! my husband and I have been doing this for about two years and it really makes a huge difference! it was nice to pick up some new tips from y'all too, like alternate date planning! we plan a mid year evaluation meeting to review the first 6 months and talk about the next 6 months
Lately my husband and I have had trouble finding fun and different things to do for date nights. This video motivated me so much!! I paused the video and googled some ideas of things to do in my area and I wrote down a list of things we've NEVER done together! I'm so excited! We're having two dates this week woooo!
I, too, plan our my year in advance. It's the best way to go. It helps to see how my finances will be spread out, things to save for, trips and activities, and the key is to always be flexible.
nice video and tips. I actually plan 3 years in advance - because I coordinate multiple annual events including my family reunion in alternate years. Hubby and I still use paper calendars (we don't use smart phones). We also have the additional challenge of having to share the same vehicle - so our planning calendar is essential. Fyi, I do my annual planning every September (my birthday month), when I also review my lifetime goals...I no longer set New Years resolutions for January. My new year starts in September, my birthday month.
I would love a video in more depth about your theme for the year. How does the theme affect your planning? I enjoyed the example about active family weekend activity to keep your strong theme for the year. More examples would be awesome. Maybe even previous years, just to help kickstart our family brainstorming. Thanks for this video. So helpful!
Your ideas are incredible! We’re a homeschooling family of 7. We schedule the year, too. And for my paper planner I intend to write what we’ve done as a family each day and track spending to compare the plan with reality. I LOVE your word “strong”. Blessings to you and Bubba.
I cried watching this video. You brought so much revelation to me in such a simple way. Thank you for helping me sort myself out.💖 May the Lord forever bless you both.
I'm a single parent; however, you've inspired me with great ideas. At present, I'm in the process of putting things in order in different areas of my life. Am looking forward to putting some of these ideas into action. Much ❤️ love!
I started planning last year only and choose the word ABUNDANCE for my year plus other goals , and guess what , about 90 % of my goals are accomplished. Your video is very inspirational and motivational to start planning next year and setting my goals . Thank you so much for sharing .
Oh my goodness, feel like I’ve been living under a rock...my husband and I set a time and are going to sit down together this evening to re-watch the birdie together an Dolan our the remainder of 2019 and into 2020. Thank you for sharing this!!!
Watched your video and changed to Google calendar: saw the difference in productivity immediately! As a university student living away from home, it makes it so easy to plan trips home knowing when everyone is available and when I have time to do stuff around my studies. Thank you you for sharing this!
princessaome oh heyyyy lol its middle of january 2018 and I just watched this whole video thinking it was for the start of this current year lol I'm a year late 🤗
Holy Dooley, I thought I was the only woman on earth that planned the entire year in advance. I do this generally on a Sunday night in December when I have purchased my diary for the next year. It takes such a load off my mind to know that all the BIG stuff for the year is semi-arranged already. Traditionally, I use a paper diary, mainly because I staple receipts, business cards, notes etc in the diary; I am going to try out the block scheduling on my shared google calendar with my husband. I previously did block scheduling for a year when I was with Tupperware and found it effective, however in Australia you cannot buy Tupperware diaries unless you are a rep. Thank you so much for your insights, I am excited to watch your other uploads 😁
You guys are inspirational. Thank you for taking the time to share all your hard work with the world. I feel so overwhelmed in life and so disorganized and just finding your videos today, is so encouraging. Thank you!
I love how he contributed to this video. Hubby and I just started "Monday night meetings" a few months ago. Gonna check out the Google calendar because currently using a binder. Love this!!!!!!
Thank you for wanting me to be a better person by organizing myself and my family!! We tend to get lazy and in the long run turns into disappointment. Keep being real, and thank you!❤🇨🇦
This was GREAT! I will do this. Juggling my 3 kids activities, dr appts, and family stuff...it always escapes me. I literally paused this video to call the pediatrician to book their next appts, and one for me for 2018. Thanks for being you!!!
If you want to go to the temple once a month its gotta be on the calendar. That's what I have just decided. That is an essentially free date, depending on how far you live from a temple.
this year I'm doing this for the first time with my finances. I'm already seeing a difference. I'm usually within my budget but with extra money I'm more focused on putting this aside instead of increasing my lifestyle.
Absolutely LOVE!!! Especially sharing Valentines day, Date nights and Anniversaries. Yasss!!! Thanks guys for the the video. Can you do a date night video? Just what you guys plan and how you budget please?
Hi Pages! I LOVE your practical no-bullshit approach to improving LIFE. In Israel we call this the TACHLES approach. You are an inspiration to me. BIG hug from Tel Aviv :)
Oh how am loving this i cant believe i didnt listen to this ealier . These people are full of wisdom. Am so counseled right now. Thanks guys you are saving families that one one of dating your spouse that am starting
Hmmm. We don't have a smart phone and have no plan to get one. However, I DO put all the birthdays/holidays/appts/meetings on the calendar before the year starts. One of the most important is the reminder to pay our property taxes each quarter. BAM!
You can ask your friends if they have a gig, game, or something coming up. It applies to their children too, especially if they have an extracurricular. With that, seeing if neighbors, congregants, etc. want to come together during the holidays to plan a cookout, play, do mic night/poetry slam. As for service, offering a free workshop on a skill you have, looking over someone's resume, offering to write a reference letter, asking a friend if they need a tool/a hand with any hard tasks (e.g. cleaning tile grout, decluttering, moving bulk items). Just extra ideas I thought worth sharing.
Using Google calendar is great because you can list birthdays, anniversaries and some holidays and they will be there a year from now. Any repeat items (volunteer meetings, church duties, etc.) can be repeated on a regular basis. I use Google for many of my website design customers and my only regret is that I didn't start using it "yesterday". You made a great choice.
How did you date almost every single week on $0?? PLEASE do a video on this 😘 Would love to know how you and your husband went about that 💕 it would be very encouraging ☺
You can do home date nights we put the kids to bed early and make them leftovers for dinner and make us a romantic dinner. You can go for hike, go for a walk, walk on the beach, go get ice cream for McDonald's, even go grocery shopping together can be a date night
Taking a walk to a nice park together or another nice spot, preparing a picknick beforehand by leftovers or planned in food to take, work out together if you are into it with special couple/team workouts, get a book or video about massage from the local library and learn together, board games you already have or rent from your local library, google some connecting questions you can discuss with a glass of wine at home, dance spontaneously if you want, check out your local calendar if there are free events that you can connect with date night. The question really is the intention of your date night and how much pressure you put on it being extra special. Focus more on connecting with each other and savouring these precious moments when it is just the two of you.Especially when you do it on a regular basis not every date night can be expensive, so the intention of date night shifts a little. If you want and you have a common goal you are excited about you can make this the theme of your date night, e.g. getting fitter, making a part of your home look nicer, saving, serving the community, etc. Only something you are excited about, of course, not a chore.
This video was so helpful! Recently my husband and I have been struggling to make time for each other and balancing everything else. What makes it so hard is that he works usually 5 afternoon shifts a week and so we rarely see each other. We have 3 kids so by the time he gets home I'm already in bed! Scheduling date nights will be huge for us! Now to figure out how to do it on a budget
Awesome idea!! Me and my hubby do bills and finances every two weeks and it makes such a big difference in our lives! Planning for the year would be a great extension of this
The greatest video ever!! I have watched it over and over. Hubby and I are going to sit down tonight and watch again so we can plan our 2017. Love the idea of planning our whole year. Pretty sure I didn't get one birthday card out on time last year. Our word for this year is Simplify too!
We love to check our local macaronikid.com calendar for events and even use other calendars across the US or Canada when we're traveling. There are park guides, festival lists, and fun events published weekly. I love the anniversary and Valentine's day swap idea!
husband and I are trying to climb out of debt, get healthy and start a family. you and your family have been a huge help on making this happen! thank you for sharing your story and giving awesome advice! ❤❤❤
Mine isn't a word...well, it kinda is. THE YEAR IS AWESOME. I never had a theme for a year before, but I figured I'd start big. And try to keep the optimism and momentum from getting organized and productive going! You're a big part of why I feel so hopeful! So thank you!!!
As the year is on it's last last 3 months of the year, I thought of this video again. It is one of the best ones you guys have ever done. SUPER useful and if you apply it....it WORKS! Me and my son have had literally one of the best years of our life! Hope you do another one this year! It really sets the tone for the upcoming year! Love you guys! xo
I am a new subscriber. And I love this. In the other video of your I watched, your husband said he married up. I thought was so sweet. And I will say he is probably right. But I hope you appreciate how goal oriented and willing to be a team worker he is (I'm guessing you do, as you both make a great team). Been married for 20 years and I adore my dude. He is honest, hard working, and very lovong toward me. However, I have wanted to do planning meetings like this for 15 of the 20 years. My husband does not like doing it, so we don't. I know we would be able to overcome the little stresses in life that...become big stresses if we had just planned together...had we taken time to meet and strategize on a regular basis. Well done, you both👊
My goal for the year is MOVE. Move forward, move my body, move into a healthier state of mind-- just get going! This video really struck a chord with me. I feel like I've been spinning in circles for years now and I need to make some serious goals and actually follow through. This whole idea of planning your year out really takes you from the goal itself to making it happen. Thank you for breaking that down in such a realistic, *simple* way. Thank you both for helping me! I'll keep you updated : ] -Rachelle
I know I am late to the party, but you guys are super cute and inspiring. You have inspired me to add some google calendar reminders to serve. First up is Casserole Club, where my son and I make a meal for a senior in my community and we dine together a couple of times per month. I also LOVE that your placeholder is your awkward high five!
Wow , thanks for this ! Jordan & Bubba , you guys are pure genius .. my husband and I are Christians with 5 little Christians :) .. I have never thought of this before , gee wiz... and I always feel rushed , unprepared and to be honest I feel like a failure many times ... TFS.. this is total gold ... xoxo from Canada
I serendipitously (umm algorithmically) watched your video as I was trying to learn how to be a better planner. These are such wise, practical and doable tips. Thank you!
I am so pleased, I came across your channel. I absolutely love you guys & pleased to know there are people out there, who think act like I do, I am exactly the same, with organising my annual calendar, have been doing it for years, but even more detailed. This is such great advice for running a home & glad your spouse is on board too. Sending love from Port Elizabeth, South Africa
I think you just answered a major prayer my husband and i have had for several years. Thank you so much for this one and many other ones you have done. I'm a fan and have encouraged my friends and family to subscribe to you.
I am so inspired by this video from the theme to goals. everything is on point. Just throwing an idea out there. Would you add in your meal plans here? General meal plans (ie. Mexican Monday, Italian Tuesday) for the year's daily dinners?
This idea has helped me and my husband so much! We did this at the beginning of the year and we have really been able to do date nights, plan trips and things with our family!! It makes us so much more organized
I love you. Your my new tv. Thanks for all of your super helpful videos ! I'm a new mom and wife and your videos are my go tos for my life organization... I can't handle this fly by the day stuff any more ! So thank youuuuu
Not that you usually don't look great but for some reason the casual energy, loose curls, sweater etc. make you look sooooooooo pretty in this video! ❤
Well this is a good one. It capture my attention something you guys said about planning ahead, is something repeated during the video. Here's what someone told me once and it impacted me very much: "If God, the Almighty, plans the Creation in seven days, and at the end of each day He sat down and check if it was a good thing, we mortals need to plan everything ahead". Is that important. It is something I used to struggle a lot with, but certainly a good thing to do if we really want to achieve things and accomplish goals in life. Thank you for this video. I'm going to suscribe. Like this very much. Blessings and hugs from Colombia.
Jordan, thanks for a video that my husband didn't mind watching at all. We did our entire remainder of year yesterday (May 1, 2019) complete with theme, master calendar, goals, then Google calendar (I'm venturing to skip my paper planner except for "To Dos"). Thanks for letting us hang in the evolution of your life! You're the bomb! Trish
You have such great ideas even 4 years later that I can implement. Thank you for breaking down how to color code Google calendars for Personal and Business. ❤Happy New Year!
Our homeschool routine was off this year due to another pregnancy, a work promotion and updated life goals. I use the calendar that came on my phone. It has helped me so much in simplifying. Free dates are awesome. It got to be to expensive to spend money all the time.
Just found you Jordan :) This is exactly how I think! I am a forward thinker, a planner... My husband, not so much. He doesn't like to make commitments for fear of something coming up with a deadline at work and ultimately disappointing me or someone else. We've been married for just over 11 years and with greater responsibilities in a church calling he's now finding out how much more important a planning calendar is. Love this video! I will be inviting him sit down to watch it- with snacks, hahaha! Thanks again! Totally want to "binge watch" all your videos now💕
I used the google calendar at work, but after watch your videos I started using in my personal life too - and as a Brazilian the first thing I noted it was the Brasil shirt =D
My husband has a job but he and I also own a business together. I agree that planning a year in advance is not only directly beneficial but when it comes to family, it helps them to know when we can and can't attend things way in advance so they too can properly plan how the year will go for them (especially with holidays, babysitting etc)
We haven't had cable in so many years so I have never heard of Jordan Page. This came up as a page I may like. I really liked this video because it will help us look forward to vacations in advanced. Especially with our kids in college now, it will make us all plan and communicate better.
When I get our school calendar at the end of the previous school year, I put all the days off right in our electonic calendar. I also note which days are snow make-up days in case we end up having to go to school those days. That way, we can plan ahead for those days.
Kate Kaden sent me to your channel... i love your video. I come from indonesia, and schedulling for my self is one of my challange but after i watched this... i will win this challenge for sure... thanks to you and Kate😊
Just now seeing this post. You all gave us some real gems with this video! Thanks for you and your husband giving us "wondering" married folks some great direction!
I have watched every video you have I am a single mum of 4....2 years ago I got out of a really bad relationship....I had to build my life from the ground up which was very difficult.....you helped me get out of debt, save money and just watching you helps me organise different things #carhacks #shelftember.....fast forward to this year...I have an emergency fund.....I have savings.....I am more organised and enjoying life in all aspects......i have come back to this video as my goal this year was get to the point I could organise 1 year in advance.....I picked up my 2019 diary last week and over this past week I have booked a holiday for the October school holiday it's our first holiday in 3 years!!! I have paid my daughter's £75 school trip which isn't until next may......all I can say is THANK YOU so very much for all your help I was in a very dark place and now I'm flourishing...your videos literally helped me out of a very dark time in my life!!! I reached my goal for 2018 and this week planned my year which was my goal for 2019!!!
wow way to go!~
Wow, this is so amazing! YOU are so amazing!!!!
Congratulations ...God bless
That is so damn awesome. Congratulations!
Great! Realy encouraging! 😊
I find I rewatch this video, year after year. This year with a brand new baby i'm really taking it to heart! Thanks Jordan, and happy 2021🎉
Me too! I think this is my 3 year!
I love how you work together as a COUPLE and the unity you share!!!
The idea of putting on the calendar the family outings and the phone calls to improve family relationships is so simple, it's genius! Thanks for the ideas!
That idea about sharing Valentines, Anni and date night is straight amazing & shows how strong of a partnership you have! Kudos.
Aw thanks Laura! Lots of trial and error on that one ;)
Where was this idea when I was married
Laura Hoyda 8
ok confession- I was like UGH plan your whole year?!!! no way.... but then I watched this video and I'm like GIVE ME MY GOOGLE CALENDAR RIGHT THIS SECOND!!! absolutely love this vid!!!
same! are you still doing this for this year? I made my own version of it for 2019 and included things like outfit and meal planning.. it's on my channel if you want more inspiration :)
me too
I love the part about calling family- some of us have loved ones who have passed on, that we wish we would have taken that time out before.
Every week I have an hour or so chat with my nana on Wednesday! It lets her know I am OK, she gets to hear about me and her great-grandbaby which helps to keep her from worrying (especially when it gets icy out, or flu season!). It's been so helpful, and it really has made a huge difference when work schedule + school schedule (2 full time jobs, school full time) made our family dinners stretch farther apart.
We also need to be better about scheduling date night- I work with my partner of 6 years and sometimes it gets a little hum-drum! We want to get back to having FUN!
But you sound sooooo busy YET both look so healthy and well rested!? Must be the proper planning!! Very inspiring! This FaceTime thing is genius!!!!!!
"Purge" is my word for this year. My household is purging clothes, paperwork that is beyond its recommended term for keeping, college books, craft supplies (picking 3 crafts to stick with out of the 10 that I do), etc. We're going to end up with quite the rummage sale and I'm excited about it.
This is a great word for me as well. I am in transition to a new home and boy do I have a lot of junk! LOL
I did this two years ago and i absolutely love it. So much less stuff to organize and clean!
Wow. I watch, but rarely comment. I only got half way through this video and was shocked at how truly helpful, practical and actionable your tips are. Implementing immediately. Thanks!
Hey guys! I just wanted to come and say thanks (again). 2 years after finding you, my debt has gone down by 60%! During that time I was on maternity leave for a year, Covid happened and my partner was out of work… it’s all been worth the effort. Absolutely adore you guys thank you! It’s no longer overwhelming ❤️
this is the best video u have ever made! thank u & bubba! not fake, no bells & whistels, l want more! Simplify..
Haha YES! So glad you liked it!!!
agreed
thanks for making this video! my husband and I have been doing this for about two years and it really makes a huge difference! it was nice to pick up some new tips from y'all too, like alternate date planning! we plan a mid year evaluation meeting to review the first 6 months and talk about the next 6 months
Lately my husband and I have had trouble finding fun and different things to do for date nights. This video motivated me so much!! I paused the video and googled some ideas of things to do in my area and I wrote down a list of things we've NEVER done together! I'm so excited! We're having two dates this week woooo!
wow way to go!
I, too, plan our my year in advance. It's the best way to go. It helps to see how my finances will be spread out, things to save for, trips and activities, and the key is to always be flexible.
nice video and tips. I actually plan 3 years in advance - because I coordinate multiple annual events including my family reunion in alternate years. Hubby and I still use paper calendars (we don't use smart phones). We also have the additional challenge of having to share the same vehicle - so our planning calendar is essential. Fyi, I do my annual planning every September (my birthday month), when I also review my lifetime goals...I no longer set New Years resolutions for January. My new year starts in September, my birthday month.
I would love a video in more depth about your theme for the year. How does the theme affect your planning? I enjoyed the example about active family weekend activity to keep your strong theme for the year. More examples would be awesome. Maybe even previous years, just to help kickstart our family brainstorming. Thanks for this video. So helpful!
love the idea of trading off for special things like anniversaries or valentine's day
Thank you guys so much for taking your precious time to help people in so many ways. You are special people.
Yes they are. I'd like to hear a little more from the husband.😊
Your ideas are incredible! We’re a homeschooling family of 7. We schedule the year, too. And for my paper planner I intend to write what we’ve done as a family each day and track spending to compare the plan with reality. I LOVE your word “strong”. Blessings to you and Bubba.
I cried watching this video. You brought so much revelation to me in such a simple way. Thank you for helping me sort myself out.💖 May the Lord forever bless you both.
I'm a single parent; however, you've inspired me with great ideas. At present, I'm in the process of putting things in order in different areas of my life. Am looking forward to putting some of these ideas into action. Much ❤️ love!
I started planning last year only and choose the word ABUNDANCE for my year plus other goals , and guess what , about 90 % of my goals are accomplished. Your video is very inspirational and motivational to start planning next year and setting my goals . Thank you so much for sharing .
Oh my goodness, feel like I’ve been living under a rock...my husband and I set a time and are going to sit down together this evening to re-watch the birdie together an Dolan our the remainder of 2019 and into 2020. Thank you for sharing this!!!
I love this! I've been teaching this to friends and family for years! My husband and I can actually get it done in less than 6 hours now. Great video!
Watched your video and changed to Google calendar: saw the difference in productivity immediately! As a university student living away from home, it makes it so easy to plan trips home knowing when everyone is available and when I have time to do stuff around my studies. Thank you you for sharing this!
Could we have an update of how your simplify word has molded your 2017, considering it’s almost done? Please?
princessaome oh heyyyy lol its middle of january 2018 and I just watched this whole video thinking it was for the start of this current year lol I'm a year late 🤗
I think she's pregnant with twins now so she went from simplify to multiply LOL
Holy Dooley, I thought I was the only woman on earth that planned the entire year in advance. I do this generally on a Sunday night in December when I have purchased my diary for the next year. It takes such a load off my mind to know that all the BIG stuff for the year is semi-arranged already. Traditionally, I use a paper diary, mainly because I staple receipts, business cards, notes etc in the diary; I am going to try out the block scheduling on my shared google calendar with my husband. I previously did block scheduling for a year when I was with Tupperware and found it effective, however in Australia you cannot buy Tupperware diaries unless you are a rep. Thank you so much for your insights, I am excited to watch your other uploads 😁
You guys are inspirational. Thank you for taking the time to share all your hard work with the world. I feel so overwhelmed in life and so disorganized and just finding your videos today, is so encouraging. Thank you!
OMG OMG-google calendar is the best thing ever...especially for a to do list! THANK YOU SOOOOOO MUCH! I have tried so many others...
Please do a video on how you use a paper calendar for a todo list. I love watching your videos.
I’m so excited for the future with my husband after watching this. We will be planning for the year using this method . Thank you
I love how he contributed to this video. Hubby and I just started "Monday night meetings" a few months ago. Gonna check out the Google calendar because currently using a binder. Love this!!!!!!
My husband is a firefighter. Planning in advance is kee to success in our marriage! Great input!
Thank you for wanting me to be a better person by organizing myself and my family!! We tend to get lazy and in the long run turns into disappointment. Keep being real, and thank you!❤🇨🇦
Our word this year is Faith. Thanks for the great idea!
What a fantastic idea! I'll have to sit down with my husband and figure this out.
You won't regret it!
This was GREAT! I will do this. Juggling my 3 kids activities, dr appts, and family stuff...it always escapes me. I literally paused this video to call the pediatrician to book their next appts, and one for me for 2018. Thanks for being you!!!
My husband and I did this this year because of your recommendation. So far, we are loving it!!
If you want to go to the temple once a month its gotta be on the calendar. That's what I have just decided. That is an essentially free date, depending on how far you live from a temple.
this year I'm doing this for the first time with my finances. I'm already seeing a difference. I'm usually within my budget but with extra money I'm more focused on putting this aside instead of increasing my lifestyle.
Absolutely LOVE!!! Especially sharing Valentines day, Date nights and Anniversaries. Yasss!!! Thanks guys for the the video. Can you do a date night video? Just what you guys plan and how you budget please?
This is SO good!! Love the Valentine's and Anniversary planning. ❤️
Hi Pages! I LOVE your practical no-bullshit approach to improving LIFE. In Israel we call this the TACHLES approach. You are an inspiration to me. BIG hug from Tel Aviv :)
Love the FaceTime idea. You guys make a good team. Thanks for sharing your ideas!
Oh how am loving this i cant believe i didnt listen to this ealier . These people are full of wisdom. Am so counseled right now. Thanks guys you are saving families that one one of dating your spouse that am starting
Hmmm. We don't have a smart phone and have no plan to get one. However, I DO put all the birthdays/holidays/appts/meetings on the calendar before the year starts. One of the most important is the reminder to pay our property taxes each quarter. BAM!
You can ask your friends if they have a gig, game, or something coming up. It applies to their children too, especially if they have an extracurricular. With that, seeing if neighbors, congregants, etc. want to come together during the holidays to plan a cookout, play, do mic night/poetry slam. As for service, offering a free workshop on a skill you have, looking over someone's resume, offering to write a reference letter, asking a friend if they need a tool/a hand with any hard tasks (e.g. cleaning tile grout, decluttering, moving bulk items). Just extra ideas I thought worth sharing.
Using Google calendar is great because you can list birthdays, anniversaries and some holidays and they will be there a year from now. Any repeat items (volunteer meetings, church duties, etc.) can be repeated on a regular basis. I use Google for many of my website design customers and my only regret is that I didn't start using it "yesterday". You made a great choice.
How did you date almost every single week on $0?? PLEASE do a video on this 😘 Would love to know how you and your husband went about that 💕 it would be very encouraging ☺
Bey Pinterest is awesome for date night ideas...lots and lots of free suggestions!
You can do home date nights we put the kids to bed early and make them leftovers for dinner and make us a romantic dinner. You can go for hike, go for a walk, walk on the beach, go get ice cream for McDonald's, even go grocery shopping together can be a date night
Taking a walk to a nice park together or another nice spot, preparing a picknick beforehand by leftovers or planned in food to take, work out together if you are into it with special couple/team workouts, get a book or video about massage from the local library and learn together, board games you already have or rent from your local library, google some connecting questions you can discuss with a glass of wine at home, dance spontaneously if you want, check out your local calendar if there are free events that you can connect with date night. The question really is the intention of your date night and how much pressure you put on it being extra special. Focus more on connecting with each other and savouring these precious moments when it is just the two of you.Especially when you do it on a regular basis not every date night can be expensive, so the intention of date night shifts a little. If you want and you have a common goal you are excited about you can make this the theme of your date night, e.g. getting fitter, making a part of your home look nicer, saving, serving the community, etc. Only something you are excited about, of course, not a chore.
we test drive nice cars on date nights, sooo fun... like Jaguars and teslas!
This video was so helpful! Recently my husband and I have been struggling to make time for each other and balancing everything else. What makes it so hard is that he works usually 5 afternoon shifts a week and so we rarely see each other. We have 3 kids so by the time he gets home I'm already in bed! Scheduling date nights will be huge for us! Now to figure out how to do it on a budget
Love this! We've been doing something like this for awhile now too. We also have a 5 year plan which helps us plan better for savings.
Awesome idea!! Me and my hubby do bills and finances every two weeks and it makes such a big difference in our lives! Planning for the year would be a great extension of this
The greatest video ever!! I have watched it over and over. Hubby and I are going to sit down tonight and watch again so we can plan our 2017. Love the idea of planning our whole year. Pretty sure I didn't get one birthday card out on time last year.
Our word for this year is Simplify too!
We love to check our local macaronikid.com calendar for events and even use other calendars across the US or Canada when we're traveling. There are park guides, festival lists, and fun events published weekly. I love the anniversary and Valentine's day swap idea!
husband and I are trying to climb out of debt, get healthy and start a family. you and your family have been a huge help on making this happen! thank you for sharing your story and giving awesome advice! ❤❤❤
Mine isn't a word...well, it kinda is.
THE YEAR IS AWESOME.
I never had a theme for a year before, but I figured I'd start big. And try to keep the optimism and momentum from getting organized and productive going!
You're a big part of why I feel so hopeful! So thank you!!!
I like the theme idea. It's more productive that way. I'll add it to my calendar
As the year is on it's last last 3 months of the year, I thought of this video again. It is one of the best ones you guys have ever done. SUPER useful and if you apply it....it WORKS! Me and my son have had literally one of the best years of our life! Hope you do another one this year! It really sets the tone for the upcoming year! Love you guys! xo
Thanks for all the tips!! Even though I'm not married or anything lol but it just helps me to organize and help my family organize!
I am a new subscriber. And I love this. In the other video of your I watched, your husband said he married up. I thought was so sweet. And I will say he is probably right. But I hope you appreciate how goal oriented and willing to be a team worker he is (I'm guessing you do, as you both make a great team). Been married for 20 years and I adore my dude. He is honest, hard working, and very lovong toward me. However, I have wanted to do planning meetings like this for 15 of the 20 years. My husband does not like doing it, so we don't. I know we would be able to overcome the little stresses in life that...become big stresses if we had just planned together...had we taken time to meet and strategize on a regular basis. Well done, you both👊
Just noticed several typos.☝ Hope you get the gist.
My goal for the year is MOVE. Move forward, move my body, move into a healthier state of mind-- just get going!
This video really struck a chord with me. I feel like I've been spinning in circles for years now and I need to make some serious goals and actually follow through. This whole idea of planning your year out really takes you from the goal itself to making it happen. Thank you for breaking that down in such a realistic, *simple* way.
Thank you both for helping me! I'll keep you updated : ]
-Rachelle
I know I am late to the party, but you guys are super cute and inspiring. You have inspired me to add some google calendar reminders to serve. First up is Casserole Club, where my son and I make a meal for a senior in my community and we dine together a couple of times per month. I also LOVE that your placeholder is your awkward high five!
Wow , thanks for this ! Jordan & Bubba , you guys are pure genius .. my husband and I are Christians with 5 little Christians :) .. I have never thought of this before , gee wiz... and I always feel rushed , unprepared and to be honest I feel like a failure many times ... TFS.. this is total gold ... xoxo from Canada
After many unproductive and rushed years, we've finally learned! enjoy!
I serendipitously (umm algorithmically) watched your video as I was trying to learn how to be a better planner. These are such wise, practical and doable tips. Thank you!
I am so pleased, I came across your channel. I absolutely love you guys & pleased to know there are people out there, who think act like I do, I am exactly the same, with organising my annual calendar, have been doing it for years, but even more detailed. This is such great advice for running a home & glad your spouse is on board too. Sending love from Port Elizabeth, South Africa
I think you just answered a major prayer my husband and i have had for several years. Thank you so much for this one and many other ones you have done. I'm a fan and have encouraged my friends and family to subscribe to you.
I am so inspired by this video from the theme to goals. everything is on point. Just throwing an idea out there. Would you add in your meal plans here? General meal plans (ie. Mexican Monday, Italian Tuesday) for the year's daily dinners?
LOVE the date thing and Valentines/Anniversary swap up.. I also am overwhelmed just hearing everything you do! >.
This idea has helped me and my husband so much! We did this at the beginning of the year and we have really been able to do date nights, plan trips and things with our family!! It makes us so much more organized
I love you. Your my new tv. Thanks for all of your super helpful videos ! I'm a new mom and wife and your videos are my go tos for my life organization... I can't handle this fly by the day stuff any more ! So thank youuuuu
Thank you so much! I grabbed my notebook and wrote down so many great tips. I look forward to 2017 being the best year yet!
WHY IS THIS THE FIRST TIME I AM SEEING THIS!! this would have my family so much this past year. You guys are awesome. I love you guys.
I LOVE THIS WOMAN AND THIS FAMILY! So.o.o hooked. God bless you🙏👍 with love and appreciation from Amsterdam.
Yes, Please show us how you use a day planner for your to do list. Thank you!
4 years later. I'm here taking notes for 2022. Love this
Love it! 😆 Happy New Year! ❤️
@@jordanpagecompany happy new to you too. ❤❤❤❤
I love Google calendar, it's easy to print if you want a printed copy. It for sure makes planning less difficult. Thanks for some great tips!
My husband and I are doing this tonight for FHE. Thanks for the extra tips!
Woo hoo!
Could you make another video like this and talk about what went good and what didn't and what you're doing for next year 2020? Thank you.
I have no idea what you guys are eating, but it just looks so good 🤣 I need a snack
Rewatching this again from this upcoming year!! 😊 really appreciate your tips.
Not that you usually don't look great but for some reason the casual energy, loose curls, sweater etc. make you look sooooooooo pretty in this video! ❤
love this! Jordan you are the queen of inspiration! decinitely going to try this out!
Aw thanks Ashley! XO
ashleyplus
Well this is a good one. It capture my attention something you guys said about planning ahead, is something repeated during the video. Here's what someone told me once and it impacted me very much: "If God, the Almighty, plans the Creation in seven days, and at the end of each day He sat down and check if it was a good thing, we mortals need to plan everything ahead". Is that important. It is something I used to struggle a lot with, but certainly a good thing to do if we really want to achieve things and accomplish goals in life. Thank you for this video. I'm going to suscribe. Like this very much. Blessings and hugs from Colombia.
Jordan, thanks for a video that my husband didn't mind watching at all. We did our entire remainder of year yesterday (May 1, 2019) complete with theme, master calendar, goals, then Google calendar (I'm venturing to skip my paper planner except for "To Dos"). Thanks for letting us hang in the evolution of your life! You're the bomb! Trish
Hi Trish! You are so sweet! So glad to hear about your calendar & planning! Thank you for the love!
You two are so cute and lovely. I admire the simplicity of this vid. Not rehearsed or perfect. Just simply giving us advice. Really enjoyed watching.
Not even halfway through and I'm loving this already. I desperately hope I can get hubby on board. Also, Brazilian here, so..."BRASIL!!!" :D
You have such great ideas even 4 years later that I can implement. Thank you for breaking down how to color code Google calendars for Personal and Business. ❤Happy New Year!
Our homeschool routine was off this year due to another pregnancy, a work promotion and updated life goals. I use the calendar that came on my phone. It has helped me so much in simplifying. Free dates are awesome. It got to be to expensive to spend money all the time.
Just found you Jordan :) This is exactly how I think! I am a forward thinker, a planner... My husband, not so much. He doesn't like to make commitments for fear of something coming up with a deadline at work and ultimately disappointing me or someone else. We've been married for just over 11 years and with greater responsibilities in a church calling he's now finding out how much more important a planning calendar is. Love this video! I will be inviting him sit down to watch it- with snacks, hahaha! Thanks again! Totally want to "binge watch" all your videos now💕
I used the google calendar at work, but after watch your videos I started using in my personal life too - and as a Brazilian the first thing I noted it was the Brasil shirt =D
My husband has a job but he and I also own a business together. I agree that planning a year in advance is not only directly beneficial but when it comes to family, it helps them to know when we can and can't attend things way in advance so they too can properly plan how the year will go for them (especially with holidays, babysitting etc)
YES! Love this!!
We haven't had cable in so many years so I have never heard of Jordan Page. This came up as a page I may like. I really liked this video because it will help us look forward to vacations in advanced. Especially with our kids in college now, it will make us all plan and communicate better.
When I get our school calendar at the end of the previous school year, I put all the days off right in our electonic calendar. I also note which days are snow make-up days in case we end up having to go to school those days. That way, we can plan ahead for those days.
I LOVED this! My husband and I did it this year for the first tile and it has been IMMENSELY more organized! So happy you taught me about this!
Kate Kaden sent me to your channel... i love your video. I come from indonesia, and schedulling for my self is one of my challange but after i watched this... i will win this challenge for sure... thanks to you and Kate😊
Just now seeing this post. You all gave us some real gems with this video! Thanks for you and your husband giving us "wondering" married folks some great direction!
My husband and I created a shared family calendar last year and it has made life so much simpler!
I LOVE Google calender! My husband and I use it too :)
Lion King is the movie. This is a great video. I use the calendar but never thought about for the whole year! Great idea!