Fantastic natural voice. You should be a book reader. No yelling. No ra, ra. No elocution. Just a warm, engaging welcome to your world. This natural and instinctive vocal intimacy is exactly what readers need.
UA-cam kept pushing this video the last 4 days for whatever reason. I thought to myself "I will watch just to curse at this dude in my room". Nope, actually one of the very few ACTUALLY good ones. Precise, streamlined, no fuss, no fancy anything, straight to the point. "Plan it, and get it done". Amazing, you deserve more subscribers.
One of the best “productivity” videos I’ve seen in a long time. I’ve been defaulting to my journal a lot more lately and I love these exercises. Will certainly try them out for myself.
If you enjoy challenging ideas and if masculinity and mastery are topics of interest to you, I invite you to explore the videos I share on the Mastery Order Channel. Challenge yourself with some ideas about manhood, explore your masculine potential and become the kind of man you would look up to. We can only better ourselves together, as men among men, so I invite you to use what I share and, of course, share your own opinions so that others can benefit from them as well. Looking forward to your points of view. All the best to you!
You came across my timeline this morning after talking to my teenage son last night about strategizing the clutter after our recent move… this is my third video watched of yours and I am enjoying them very much and have learned quick a bit… or should I say have been reminded of some process. You have a great way of breaking down the specs within a process and love it! Keep doing what you do. I will be sharing your content as much as I can. Thx
Your videos are just... just... Spot. On. The editing, the voice, the overall aesthetic, the depth and clarity of the content. I've watched several for travel and now several on productivity and I always come away with great ideas.
Love that you stick to logic but clearly examine the why in your process - and that “why” can be factual, emotional and needs. Your define so dealing with the challenge not the symptom speaks directly to my brain and my heart - thank you!
As someone with ADHD I think this may be the process/life organization that I've been looking for. Streamlined and physical as to not be easily forgotten or complicated. Time will tell if I can stick with it, but thank you for such a well thought out video.
@@willeniumfalcon do you have an update of how this system has been working for you? I also have ADHD and am struggling for dear life, I'd be curious to know how it went for you :)
@@CW12190 well admittedly, I've fallen off the horse many times so to speak. That said I've come back to it and do find that it helps a lot. It makes things more concrete and easier to visualize/plan. I've recently been reading "Atomic Habits" which is a really good book on habit forming. Hopefully will be able to combine both.
This is the only notebook journaling/planning style that I have actually been able to stick to and it has unironically helped my productivity so much. Thank you for everything you do your content is amazing!
I love that you gave a non-UA-camr example as well. I see a lot of self-help UA-camrs these days only talk about things from their own UA-camr perspective, even though most of their subscribers likely aren’t UA-camrs themselves nor planning to become.
Just discovered your channel & you are a breath of fresh air. Can't wait to see you achieve more & more of your goals while helping others like me achieve more & more. Thanks for being a kindred spirit & know you're appreciated.
Sage advice!... I find that putting pen to paper is much much more stimulating & thought-provoking when working out individual tasks....sometimes, when I return to my notes & observations the solution will become apparent...Good job, thanks! 😊
Not sure if anyone else already commented…typo on your bullet slide. Last point says : “Task Lasting” when should be “Task Listing”. Probably not a big enough deal to change … great video though. I used these methods on a sample desired result to get some practice and can see how this will very effective and a tool I will want to continue to use . Thanks!!!!
I watched this about 10 days ago and have thought about it since then. I rewatched it today, taking notes, and think that it can really help me to clarify what‘s next. I took a class on goal-setting, and this seems much more user-friendly and practical. Thanks!
Thanks to you my friend I bought my very first Traveler's Notebook (Passport size). I used to use notebooks all the time, even working with I.T I like the idea of being analogic using paper. I was trying to use notebooks again and I had no idea how to start but this video helped me a lot!! Terrific content, keep it up!!!
Maurice, I am really enjoying your channel. I am in the process of making some BIG changes in my life. New Job, Teaching Photography on the side, UA-cam channel, and leading a healthier lifestyle. Finding a journal/planner will be paramount to being successful with all this going on. Thank you.
This is honestly one of the most clearly defined an actionable processes I've seen on here. I wanted a system that would work both privately and professionally. Being able to use this system for basically anything makes it so much easier to adopt because I'm not stumbling around using different systems for all the different areas of my life. Really great stuff! Thanks so much for sharing your strategies and making it so easy to follow. :)
Thank you! I've been going around in circles, trying to figure out a way to move forward in my life. You've shown me that I've been way overthinking this and making it into Mount Everest. It's great to know that there are some people attempting to put good things on UA-cam to help!
Thank you Maurice! I'm so happy to have come across your channel. Never heard of Traveller notebooks and living in Japan I'm happy to support a local company. I have used Rhodia products for years and love them but plan to try the Traveller passport size next. The other video on suggestions for that was also very helpful. Your system of note taking is awesome. I read 7 Habits several times and didn't get such information that you've posted here. My brain loves "systems" and clear procedures so from a fellow Canuck thank you for doing what you do.
I feel handwritten notes and to do lists more effective as I hold accountability to something I can see I have written in the past, rather than for example a iPhone notes page to do list. Great tips here, too work bud!
Totally - I think for me, the physical act of crossing out a task is so satisfying and makes it a top reason for me to go analog with to-do's, haha... thanks for watching! 🙏
2.5 years after it's uploaded and it is amazing. The questins you're talking about are eye opening. Fantastic video, learned a lot, great quality of video and sound. Great editing also.😊😊😊
love the channel, i find myself going back to your videos, even the unlisted ones i have saved in playlists, your channel covers amazing topics and your articulation is much appreciated.
Wow this is awesome, I've seen 3 videos and from them I can see ur a great youtuber who cares about the viewers' time and I respect that. God bless you bro!
Thank you. This blew open GTD for me which I have used for a long time. I think seeing your funnel system on paper helped me a lot, along with how you use your notebook as you are filling it up. I feel like this might have been a missing puzzle piece. I think having the checkpoints creates the momentum I need.
Great video. I struggle with task systems and have dozens of half-used notebooks. In fact, I have one beautiful notebook I'm going to use this method with, and if I fill it up by using this system I'm going to reward myself with one of those fancy leather cases you have. Thanks!
Thank god I discovered you in my final year of uni! (Would’ve been better if it happened earlier, but hey, luckily it’s not too late😅). This is way more practical, straight to point, effective and efficient than anything I have learned from the workshops on time management, structuring and effective planning our uni offers. Definitely going to use this approach for my m-thesis and internship hunt. Wish me luck!😗🍀🤞🏽
Thanks for putting in the incredible effort of breaking down your note taking process. I can tell you have a system that you rely on, and it helps you think and stay organized, and namely, it allows you to suss out erroneous goals. Pretty cool! I use notebooks extremely differently. I work for a startup, which requires procurement, inventory management, coding, research, and a lot learning. My notebooks are a space to flesh out those categories. I can list out things I need, work out a tough algorithm or piece of logic, and remind myself of important things I've learned. But I specifically avoid writing down daily tasks and making Todo lists that pertain to my personal life (maybe you do as well?). My mentor, who is genuinely one of the smartest people I know, once asked me; "what is your 20 year plan?" I was 22 at the time, and stumbled through an answer that was essentially a ToDo list I tried to come up with on the spot. Before I could ramble out more than 2-3 items, he stopped me and asked a few simple questions; do I want to marry, have children, work for myself, retire early, where I'd like to live, etc. After working out some of those answers, it came down to the fact that I did want to get married, and that I wasn't interested in sacrificing that to make enormous amounts of money, or be famous, or anything surrounding material or vain goals. He explained to me, that life is a spanning tree, where the best we can do is to create opportunities across different branches. Success depends on your view; or what your specific tree looks like). The trick, is to act on the opportunities that fall within your tree, or to maybe add to its branches. Life is too complicated and dynamic to achieve what you want in life by writing down a personal ToDo list. Like the TedTalk says, you'll wind up at the destination goal, and find you didn't really value it after all. 4 Weeks later I met my girlfriend (now wife), got the job I wanted, and started training professionally in the sport I was playing-shrugging off some other hobbies, and declining to join a couple of 9-5 jobs I applied for straight out of college. I had reduced my 20 year plan to 1-2 years. All of this changed the structure of that tree, but the 20 year plan stayed the same. I guess the TLDR is; use a notebook as a memory bank, or scratch pad. Use it for task management, but be weary of hard coding in life goals to a page in a book. It could slow you down, or lock you into a commitment going the wrong direction. Since you did such an excellent job using real life examples, ill toss one in here: Is your 20 year plan, to make $3500/mo from a youtube channel? Probably not. Its most likely, one branch in the greater plan you described--financial independence, freedom to travel, and working on your own time. However, in the notebook, these goals are sub-bullet points that justify investing in a youtube channel. This is the same pitfall (potentially) as described in the TedTalk. Instead, your 20 year goals, and your investment in your channel have created a branch. A single span which *could* bring you to your 20 year goals. But it doesn't have to. For example, if the youtube platform dies in 10 years, you would consider your todo list failed, since your goal was a profitable youtube channel. Anyways, this is pretty overkill for a youtube comment. Sorry about that. I don't pretend to assume that an example on your video is the crux of a 20 year plan, but that's my 2 cents. :)
Interesting, you've given a road map of how most every INTJ attacks problems naturally. This was very clearly presented. Succinct, and solid. Well done, sir.
I'm struggling to stop procrastinating and study for an important exam at work and this helped me a LOT! Will update the results if everything works :) thanks!
Appreciate your approach very much! Combines many good aspects of GTD and bullet journaling in a very unique way. Seams very down to earth and goal oriented. Like it very much! 🦊
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My love of and fascination with pens may finally have a constructive outlet. 😁 I've had a particularly difficult time lately balancing the many challenges I've been trying to close on, and this method may be the way I can reign in the chaos. Thank you for sharing.
Very clean editing, high quality production with killer content. I'm subscribed and looking forward to more content that will make a difference. Thank you.
So chuffed I stumbled upon your humble channel. What a fountain of knowledge you are. Thank you for taking the time and effort to produce these videos.👏
I would be so grateful to learn any tips on how to contact businesses for information on salaries. That’s so intimidating! And thank you for making this and thank you to the algorithm, I think it read my mind. I just lost my job two weeks ago and have been going round in circles trying to figure out my next move.
I'm thrilled I came across your page . What a fabulous presentation. I just got my first TN. 3 inserts, the clear case and plane charm. I feel like I hit lottery. Thanks for sharing. New subscriber 😊
Thank you so much for all the advices.. My favorite is use Papaer Clips to marke the important pages. I always had difficulty in segregating different projects in one notebook and tried using sticky notes, which was not effective. Paper clips have done wonders! 😁😁😁😁😁😁
Really appreciate this video. You elaborated the answer to a question I've been pondering for a long time. Thanks so much! I'll definitely be trying this out.
The most informative breakdown I have ever seen. This is awesome! Edit: I came here just for the Travelers Notebook from your other video, but this has helped me WAY more than just how to set up my notebook! I can’t stress how good this is!
Oh and I would love to learn how u extract hidden information from companies like salaries etc it will save so much time when looking for a position. Thanks
Let me preface this with my philosophy about life and living...everyone has their own life, and way of achieving it every day....I would never presume to tell anyone that my way is the way they should go. With that caveat in mind.... Here's what I've discovered after years of chasing the ultra defined "WHAT" & "WHY" of life. I spent so much time trying to 'NOT WASTE TIME" with wrong directions and mistakes, that I missed the "LIVING" part. Chasing the "PERFECT" actually distracted me from the perfect moments of which a whole life is made of. I spent so much time "ENVISIONING" & "IMAGINING" that I missed the "MINUTIAE" that makes life meaningful and interesting along a journey rich in 'EXPERIENCE', 'EXPLORATION' AND SELF EXPRESSION. I spent years diagramming, reframing, mapping, analyzing goals and aspirations...reviewing, revising, reflecting on the big picture, that I missed many of the pieces and parts that add depth and dimension to the ultimate picture of my whole life. Today, I have returned to the places I missed as I had a "life vision board" every year that was my focus, instead of the moment by moment joys and treasures of living every day. I am more interested in discovery of the intimate things and the highly sensory or emotional things...I want to be touched in my heart and mind, my spirit and soul...that , for me is "LIVING MY BEST LIFE". It's not about the numbers of dollars in the bank, the numbers of projects I completed, the numbers of houses I own, or cars, planes, etc. It's not about the numbers of "Likes" and numbers of "subscribers"...or followers. My "Living" is every day learning, laughing and loving what I'm doing...whether that's reorganizing the linens, or creating one of my planning journals to sell. I'm living my best life every day, in many ways. I plan very little, except when to pay the phone bill...lol. I have ideas, and wants and desires...but I'm done with the rigid planning of every day living. I'm into organized free flow...I begin one thing, and many things get accomplished and achieved in the process of working on the "ONE" thing...when I move something in the house, the whole house may have to adjust and I simply clean as I adapt to the initial change. Living Whole Life Every Day is a process in progress. I'm in a constant state of growth and learning about who I am, in the Past, the Present, the Possible for me to do as "I am..." Today.
I love the idea of checkpoint mapping! Here are a couple follow-up questions. Do you make a result definition page everyday, how do you use the notebook everyday? Thank you so much, Maurice, I love your channel, and am always awaiting the newest video! PS. This is the first channel I have ever commented on.
I have gone through many different methodologies to create and act on goals, including some high end programs, but I have to say that your video is the one that keeps coming up for me when I think of itemizing less tangible goals and make them practical and actionable. The thinking in systems and processes approach is a brilliant asset, and you do an amazing work of explaining it in simple terms. A big THANK YOU! 🙏
Fantastic natural voice. You should be a book reader. No yelling. No ra, ra. No elocution. Just a warm, engaging welcome to your world. This natural and instinctive vocal intimacy is exactly what readers need.
What a bril, intelligent observation! 😍👍 Today's trend is the NOISY inFLUencers' shouting = 80% of UA-camrs 🤣
I think you mean that he has excellent elocution rather than no elocution, which would be the complete opposite of your overall message.
@@addisonroux4417 yes.
I love Maurice’s voice. It is one among many reasons why I watch him!! ❤
What’s wrong with elocution?
The internet needs more content like this; original, calm, well thought out, direct, uplifting.
Very well done, Maurice. Congratulations.
Very right
I love this, haven’t seen anyone on UA-cam actually breaking this down like this. Thank you so much and please don’t stop the grind !
Thanks for giving my small channel a shot! Do you use a notebook frequently as well?
UA-cam kept pushing this video the last 4 days for whatever reason. I thought to myself "I will watch just to curse at this dude in my room". Nope, actually one of the very few ACTUALLY good ones. Precise, streamlined, no fuss, no fancy anything, straight to the point. "Plan it, and get it done". Amazing, you deserve more subscribers.
I went *all in* on this system, and it has been a game changer for me. Thanks for the continued guidance and advice. Much respect
Thanks so much for giving it a shot! 🙏 I’m so happy to hear it’s been helpful!!! 😎👊
do you still use it?
@@abdultheoneandonly6503 Yes, I do. Everyday for both business and personal use. It has helped me streamline my analog note taking and task list.
@@mitchgonzalez6205 how do you manage non porjects tasks and recurring stuff?
do you recommend any particular notebooks?
@@mitchgonzalez6205
Bloody hell. I came for the notebook, stayed for the mindset of the why. It’s made me shift my way of thinking of things
One of the best “productivity” videos I’ve seen in a long time.
I’ve been defaulting to my journal a lot more lately and I love these exercises. Will certainly try them out for myself.
If you enjoy challenging ideas and if masculinity and mastery are topics of interest to you, I invite you to explore the videos I share on the Mastery Order Channel.
Challenge yourself with some ideas about manhood, explore your masculine potential and become the kind of man you would look up to.
We can only better ourselves together, as men among men, so I invite you to use what I share and, of course, share your own opinions so that others can benefit from them as well.
Looking forward to your points of view.
All the best to you!
You came across my timeline this morning after talking to my teenage son last night about strategizing the clutter after our recent move… this is my third video watched of yours and I am enjoying them very much and have learned quick a bit… or should I say have been reminded of some process. You have a great way of breaking down the specs within a process and love it! Keep doing what you do. I will be sharing your content as much as I can. Thx
@@MsSunshine1469 hope you all settled in …mostly 🙂
Your videos are just... just... Spot. On. The editing, the voice, the overall aesthetic, the depth and clarity of the content. I've watched several for travel and now several on productivity and I always come away with great ideas.
Love that you stick to logic but clearly examine the why in your process - and that “why” can be factual, emotional and needs. Your define so dealing with the challenge not the symptom speaks directly to my brain and my heart - thank you!
I’m surprised you don’t have millions of subscribers, you have really good content.
As someone with ADHD I think this may be the process/life organization that I've been looking for. Streamlined and physical as to not be easily forgotten or complicated. Time will tell if I can stick with it, but thank you for such a well thought out video.
@@willeniumfalcon do you have an update of how this system has been working for you? I also have ADHD and am struggling for dear life, I'd be curious to know how it went for you :)
@@CW12190 well admittedly, I've fallen off the horse many times so to speak. That said I've come back to it and do find that it helps a lot. It makes things more concrete and easier to visualize/plan. I've recently been reading "Atomic Habits" which is a really good book on habit forming. Hopefully will be able to combine both.
This is on my top 10 videos I've ever watched on YT.
This is the only notebook journaling/planning style that I have actually been able to stick to and it has unironically helped my productivity so much. Thank you for everything you do your content is amazing!
I love that you gave a non-UA-camr example as well. I see a lot of self-help UA-camrs these days only talk about things from their own UA-camr perspective, even though most of their subscribers likely aren’t UA-camrs themselves nor planning to become.
oh my god, this is so profound. I've tried a lot of things before, but this.. this.. it is going to be the real game changer. Thanks a tonn
Just discovered your channel & you are a breath of fresh air. Can't wait to see you achieve more & more of your goals while helping others like me achieve more & more. Thanks for being a kindred spirit & know you're appreciated.
As someone who struggles with productivity this video is SO HELPFUL! Here’s to trying a new way of doing things.
Thank you so much for sharing!
Sage advice!... I find that putting pen to paper is much much more stimulating & thought-provoking when working out individual tasks....sometimes, when I return to my notes & observations the solution will become apparent...Good job, thanks! 😊
Not sure if anyone else already commented…typo on your bullet slide. Last point says : “Task Lasting” when should be “Task Listing”. Probably not a big enough deal to change … great video though. I used these methods on a sample desired result to get some practice and can see how this will very effective and a tool I will want to continue to use . Thanks!!!!
Maurice, I’m a new subscriber. I wanted to say that I really appreciate your professionalism, your concise commentary, and your subject matter.
I love that you actually talked about the difference between positive and negative freedom. Good to see another philosophy nerd out there.
I watched this about 10 days ago and have thought about it since then. I rewatched it today, taking notes, and think that it can really help me to clarify what‘s next.
I took a class on goal-setting, and this seems much more user-friendly and practical.
Thanks!
Thanks to you my friend I bought my very first Traveler's Notebook (Passport size).
I used to use notebooks all the time, even working with I.T I like the idea of being analogic using paper. I was trying to use notebooks again and I had no idea how to start but this video helped me a lot!!
Terrific content, keep it up!!!
I found this channel a few days ago and I binged the entire thing. You're doing a great job.
Simple, doable and effective approach. Crystal clear, brief and precise explanation. Thank you so much for making this video!
Maurice, I am really enjoying your channel. I am in the process of making some BIG changes in my life. New Job, Teaching Photography on the side, UA-cam channel, and leading a healthier lifestyle. Finding a journal/planner will be paramount to being successful with all this going on. Thank you.
Your elocution is awesome.
I’m saving this so I can study it completely. Very helpful. Thank you.
This is honestly one of the most clearly defined an actionable processes I've seen on here. I wanted a system that would work both privately and professionally. Being able to use this system for basically anything makes it so much easier to adopt because I'm not stumbling around using different systems for all the different areas of my life.
Really great stuff! Thanks so much for sharing your strategies and making it so easy to follow. :)
Do you use it?
Thank you! I've been going around in circles, trying to figure out a way to move forward in my life. You've shown me that I've been way overthinking this and making it into Mount Everest. It's great to know that there are some people attempting to put good things on UA-cam to help!
Thank you Maurice! I'm so happy to have come across your channel. Never heard of Traveller notebooks and living in Japan I'm happy to support a local company. I have used Rhodia products for years and love them but plan to try the Traveller passport size next. The other video on suggestions for that was also very helpful. Your system of note taking is awesome. I read 7 Habits several times and didn't get such information that you've posted here. My brain loves "systems" and clear procedures so from a fellow Canuck thank you for doing what you do.
Great content. Looking forward to watching old episodes and discovering new info. Thanks for the gift of your time and talent.
Bruh! This is awesome. I’m really impressed with this breakdown. Thanks very much for sharing.
I feel handwritten notes and to do lists more effective as I hold accountability to something I can see I have written in the past, rather than for example a iPhone notes page to do list. Great tips here, too work bud!
Totally - I think for me, the physical act of crossing out a task is so satisfying and makes it a top reason for me to go analog with to-do's, haha... thanks for watching! 🙏
2.5 years after it's uploaded and it is amazing. The questins you're talking about are eye opening. Fantastic video, learned a lot, great quality of video and sound. Great editing also.😊😊😊
love the channel, i find myself going back to your videos, even the unlisted ones i have saved in playlists, your channel covers amazing topics and your articulation is much appreciated.
Wow, thank you! You have no idea how helpful this is to me.
So simply explained and yet so conceptually sound!
Wow this is awesome, I've seen 3 videos and from them I can see ur a great youtuber who cares about the viewers' time and I respect that. God bless you bro!
Wash, rinse, repeat? Exactly. I think you explain it well. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you. This blew open GTD for me which I have used for a long time. I think seeing your funnel system on paper helped me a lot, along with how you use your notebook as you are filling it up. I feel like this might have been a missing puzzle piece. I think having the checkpoints creates the momentum I need.
Great video.
I struggle with task systems and have dozens of half-used notebooks.
In fact, I have one beautiful notebook I'm going to use this method with, and if I fill it up by using this system I'm going to reward myself with one of those fancy leather cases you have.
Thanks!
Exactly what I needed! Thank you very much for this great video! I really hope it reaches millions of people!
This channel is a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for the uploads!
I actually learned some things. It’s not often that I do with these sorts of videos. I’ve shown my gratitude by subscribing to your channel, sir.
incredible video, implementing this for 2023 and excited to grow as a result!
Fantastic video man. You got me back into journaling from the Lamy Safari video, can’t wait to apply with to my post-college life.
Thank god I discovered you in my final year of uni! (Would’ve been better if it happened earlier, but hey, luckily it’s not too late😅). This is way more practical, straight to point, effective and efficient than anything I have learned from the workshops on time management, structuring and effective planning our uni offers. Definitely going to use this approach for my m-thesis and internship hunt. Wish me luck!😗🍀🤞🏽
Thanks for putting in the incredible effort of breaking down your note taking process. I can tell you have a system that you rely on, and it helps you think and stay organized, and namely, it allows you to suss out erroneous goals. Pretty cool! I use notebooks extremely differently. I work for a startup, which requires procurement, inventory management, coding, research, and a lot learning. My notebooks are a space to flesh out those categories. I can list out things I need, work out a tough algorithm or piece of logic, and remind myself of important things I've learned. But I specifically avoid writing down daily tasks and making Todo lists that pertain to my personal life (maybe you do as well?).
My mentor, who is genuinely one of the smartest people I know, once asked me; "what is your 20 year plan?" I was 22 at the time, and stumbled through an answer that was essentially a ToDo list I tried to come up with on the spot. Before I could ramble out more than 2-3 items, he stopped me and asked a few simple questions; do I want to marry, have children, work for myself, retire early, where I'd like to live, etc. After working out some of those answers, it came down to the fact that I did want to get married, and that I wasn't interested in sacrificing that to make enormous amounts of money, or be famous, or anything surrounding material or vain goals.
He explained to me, that life is a spanning tree, where the best we can do is to create opportunities across different branches. Success depends on your view; or what your specific tree looks like). The trick, is to act on the opportunities that fall within your tree, or to maybe add to its branches. Life is too complicated and dynamic to achieve what you want in life by writing down a personal ToDo list. Like the TedTalk says, you'll wind up at the destination goal, and find you didn't really value it after all.
4 Weeks later I met my girlfriend (now wife), got the job I wanted, and started training professionally in the sport I was playing-shrugging off some other hobbies, and declining to join a couple of 9-5 jobs I applied for straight out of college. I had reduced my 20 year plan to 1-2 years. All of this changed the structure of that tree, but the 20 year plan stayed the same.
I guess the TLDR is; use a notebook as a memory bank, or scratch pad. Use it for task management, but be weary of hard coding in life goals to a page in a book. It could slow you down, or lock you into a commitment going the wrong direction.
Since you did such an excellent job using real life examples, ill toss one in here: Is your 20 year plan, to make $3500/mo from a youtube channel? Probably not.
Its most likely, one branch in the greater plan you described--financial independence, freedom to travel, and working on your own time. However, in the notebook, these goals are sub-bullet points that justify investing in a youtube channel. This is the same pitfall (potentially) as described in the TedTalk. Instead, your 20 year goals, and your investment in your channel have created a branch. A single span which *could* bring you to your 20 year goals. But it doesn't have to. For example, if the youtube platform dies in 10 years, you would consider your todo list failed, since your goal was a profitable youtube channel.
Anyways, this is pretty overkill for a youtube comment. Sorry about that. I don't pretend to assume that an example on your video is the crux of a 20 year plan, but that's my 2 cents. :)
The backwards checkpoint thing is such an awesome idea! Super useful, thank you!
I’m so glad I found you 👍good content, a lot of useful information, in between funny, nice voice, good editing, interesting ideas. Thanks 😊
Interesting, you've given a road map of how most every INTJ attacks problems naturally. This was very clearly presented. Succinct, and solid. Well done, sir.
Came across your channel after your EDC video came up in my feed. Love your content. You are very well spoken and have very relatable topics I enjoy.
This is what I used to do to get thing done, I needed this kick to reboot my processes. Thanks so much for this post.
I'm struggling to stop procrastinating and study for an important exam at work and this helped me a LOT! Will update the results if everything works :) thanks!
Appreciate your approach very much! Combines many good aspects of GTD and bullet journaling in a very unique way. Seams very down to earth and goal oriented. Like it very much! 🦊
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I'm shook that you "only" have 30K, your videos are so good !! I'm going to implement your advices right away
Im not subscribed to this guy but i remembered a guy when 2 beautiful lamy pens gave perfect advices and here is how i recognized him and subscribed
Would love a follow-up video on how you find and extract hidden company info like salary, etc. THANKS!
My love of and fascination with pens may finally have a constructive outlet. 😁 I've had a particularly difficult time lately balancing the many challenges I've been trying to close on, and this method may be the way I can reign in the chaos. Thank you for sharing.
Wow! I love this, this is so amazing! Thank you so much!
Gosh! I love your content, man. Great voice, performance and graphic approach to productivity through analog proceso! Thanks!!
Wow, this is great its very helpful. You breaking down to step by step process, thank you.
Very clean editing, high quality production with killer content. I'm subscribed and looking forward to more content that will make a difference. Thank you.
Thank you soo much. Love the step by step approach. And soooo well presented. The clarity is awesomeeee. ❤
So inspirational, will try this method this fall to reach some of my personal goals, great video!
So chuffed I stumbled upon your humble channel. What a fountain of knowledge you are. Thank you for taking the time and effort to produce these videos.👏
this is what i need for my journalling and making sense of my mind.
I would be so grateful to learn any tips on how to contact businesses for information on salaries. That’s so intimidating!
And thank you for making this and thank you to the algorithm, I think it read my mind.
I just lost my job two weeks ago and have been going round in circles trying to figure out my next move.
What a whirlwind of information, so clear, so actionable! One of the best videos of this type that I have ever seen. Great job! I'm subscribing.
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I'm so glad that I found your channel. Love your cadence, candor, and content :)
This is a fantastic resource. Thank you, Maurice.
Fantastic. Love your simple yet effective system for goal planning! Thank you for sharing!
Tanks so much, you've got no idea how badly I needed your advice! 😅
Excellent video Mauice - some great ideas that go beyond the notebook. Can't wait for more!
Thank you so much for all the advices.. My favorite is use Papaer Clips to marke the important pages. I always had difficulty in segregating different projects in one notebook and tried using sticky notes, which was not effective.
Paper clips have done wonders! 😁😁😁😁😁😁
Love how real you are. Instant subscribe.
dude. thanks, man. i never comment - but this is GOLD!
Really appreciate this video. You elaborated the answer to a question I've been pondering for a long time. Thanks so much! I'll definitely be trying this out.
I just discover your channel and you are very great! I find you very articulate. I like listening to you, Good work!
thank you, for encouraging & inspiring...
Pulled my notebook then started to scribble (Also I paused this video few many times). Great insight
The most informative breakdown I have ever seen. This is awesome!
Edit: I came here just for the Travelers Notebook from your other video, but this has helped me WAY more than just how to set up my notebook! I can’t stress how good this is!
Im digging your channel dude! Keep up the hard work! Its paying off.
That's a good breakdown, will help in my current journaling process.
I love this guy! He's awesome!
Oh and I would love to learn how u extract hidden information from companies like salaries etc it will save so much time when looking for a position. Thanks
This was great! Sounds like general project management process but for personal life management
Let me preface this with my philosophy about life and living...everyone has their own life, and way of achieving it every day....I would never presume to tell anyone that my way is the way they should go.
With that caveat in mind....
Here's what I've discovered after years of chasing the ultra defined "WHAT" & "WHY" of life. I spent so much time trying to 'NOT WASTE TIME" with wrong directions and mistakes, that I missed the "LIVING" part.
Chasing the "PERFECT" actually distracted me from the perfect moments of which a whole life is made of. I spent so much time "ENVISIONING" & "IMAGINING" that I missed the "MINUTIAE" that makes life meaningful and interesting along a journey rich in 'EXPERIENCE', 'EXPLORATION' AND SELF EXPRESSION.
I spent years diagramming, reframing, mapping, analyzing goals and aspirations...reviewing, revising, reflecting on the big picture, that I missed many of the pieces and parts that add depth and dimension to the ultimate picture of my whole life.
Today, I have returned to the places I missed as I had a "life vision board" every year that was my focus, instead of the moment by moment joys and treasures of living every day. I am more interested in discovery of the intimate things and the highly sensory or emotional things...I want to be touched in my heart and mind, my spirit and soul...that , for me is "LIVING MY BEST LIFE". It's not about the numbers of dollars in the bank, the numbers of projects I completed, the numbers of houses I own, or cars, planes, etc. It's not about the numbers of "Likes" and numbers of "subscribers"...or followers.
My "Living" is every day learning, laughing and loving what I'm doing...whether that's reorganizing the linens, or creating one of my planning journals to sell. I'm living my best life every day, in many ways. I plan very little, except when to pay the phone bill...lol. I have ideas, and wants and desires...but I'm done with the rigid planning of every day living. I'm into organized free flow...I begin one thing, and many things get accomplished and achieved in the process of working on the "ONE" thing...when I move something in the house, the whole house may have to adjust and I simply clean as I adapt to the initial change.
Living Whole Life Every Day is a process in progress. I'm in a constant state of growth and learning about who I am, in the Past, the Present, the Possible for me to do as "I am..." Today.
I love the idea of checkpoint mapping! Here are a couple follow-up questions. Do you make a result definition page everyday, how do you use the notebook everyday? Thank you so much, Maurice, I love your channel, and am always awaiting the newest video! PS. This is the first channel I have ever commented on.
Very educational. Excellent video to be a better thinker by processes & systems.
Awesome and inspirational! Thank you.
Thank you for sharing this. Very nice note taking technique.
Great material and great positive energy!
Fantastic video, thank you so much for sharing. Great content!
I have gone through many different methodologies to create and act on goals, including some high end programs, but I have to say that your video is the one that keeps coming up for me when I think of itemizing less tangible goals and make them practical and actionable. The thinking in systems and processes approach is a brilliant asset, and you do an amazing work of explaining it in simple terms. A big THANK YOU! 🙏
This was a great video. I liked how you broke it down into easily digestible chunks.
Excellent well thought out video. I’m using a Field Notes as a micro-bullet journal to keep me on track. I really like your What-Why process.
Very high-quality work! 👌
Thanks