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Nov 2022
23m 5s

How to Choose A Planner That You'll Actu...

Megan Sumrell: Time Management and Productivity Coach
About this episode
It's that time of year when everyone starts asking for planner suggestions! I'm sharing some of the things I've noticed as I do deep-dive reviews of different planners. I am going to compare 6 different planners and talk through the pros and cons of each while also giving you my tips on what to look for (and what to avoid) when picking your next planner. Pla ... Show More
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