Busy people have planners – that’s a useful tool that helps us organize tasks, meetings and various events. Planning your time is an essential part of your successful career. Learn the following five rules and your life will change.

Besides making lists, there are quite a few additional things you can do with your planner.

1. A list of daily tasks

Another habit you should get used to is to make a new list of daily tasks. Having a plan for the month or the nearest week is not enough. You go to work every day. A new to-do list that is made every day helps to learn discipline and responsibility. You feel more organized because you use your planner as a guide and a great helper in your routine. Set small goals and tick the tasks you accomplish throughout the day.

2. Determine what kind of organizing system is better

Tasks should be compartmentalized. Differentiate them by several categories. For example, you might need your planner for school, work or personal life. Use colorful pencils or pens, various markers and highlighters. Pick colors by dates or sort of assignment. Stickers can be used as reminders. At the same time, your planning will be a creative process and makes your planner look less boring.