Love your voice, I could listen to you talk all day. You’re awesome and Inspiring!

Love this idea! I’ve implemented this into my life and I keep it on my nightstand. Seems like all of my ideas come to me before bed.

@ImJustShayeB

2 жыл бұрын

In bed and in the shower

@PI1901

2 жыл бұрын

@@ImJustShayeB Me too

I really love your voice, it's so relaxing to hear 😌

I love your handwriing!!!!!

I love that you referred to it as a “brainstorming” notebook instead of the usual “brain dump”. Your notebook is such a neat, organized, mess. I keep a brainstorming notebook as well but it is very sloppy and messy compared to yours. Thanks for sharing your ideas and tips.

I like your use of adding a tab to your brainstorming notebook.

Hey Alaina , I have been looking for a brainstorming notebook video like this for ages ! Yours is perfect 🥰 I love how you explained in detail how to use a notebook step by step its so functional, Who knew you can use a notebook as a organisational tool .🤔 I wish this video came earlier my planner lineup is 6 for "22". Only because I write excessively explaining every task in depth . With my planners writing space is too small. Currently my first year in paper planning from years in digital. I use both. This vid would have really help me cut down my lineup to 3 or 4. I do have a brainstorming book but use it only for ideas . This will help me transform the way I use it Thank you ❤

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! 6 planners for 2022? I'm curious what each is for?? I do agree about the writing space being a little too small to some. Im also curious about your brainstorming book! 😍 I've been keeping like a small notepad with things like random lists, random notes, ideas, etc. BUT, my problem is when I think of something I KNEW I wrote down and trying to flip all over just to find it! (I hope that's not just me! Lol!) Do you have any suggestions on how to fix that?? 😬 That's what I'm struggling with right now.

@17...20

2 жыл бұрын

@@celiagallegos This is low-tech and inexpensive, but you can try color coding and grouping. I've found generally things added to a "brainstorming" list fall into 4 or 5 broad categories. Ex. "Notes to self", "budget", "kids"...like that. Pick a pack of 4/5 highlighters, assign a color to each group and make a key in the front/back of the notebook. Then mark each new note with its group color. That way, when you flip through it months, maybe years, down the line, you can scan quickly by color for the category your looking for. And you'll skim over a BUNCH of unrelated content. Add a reoccurring reminder to your schedule to go back thru newly added notes to color code them every now and again (archiving it). ....unless you feel that's too much 😆 I just know it's easy for some to scan by colors than by words.

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

@@17...20 Yesssss!!!! I would do much better looking for colors!! So, what would you say I do with the notes I have in this notepad already...?? I'm just guessing here - but I'm assuming I'm going to have to move them over to ONE of my NB's, right?! That's another thing I'm struggling with! 🙃🤦🏻‍♀️

I have about three brainstorming notebooks going at the same time right now lol

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

Oooh, interesting! Do you mind if I ask what each NB entails??

Thank you very much! I feel very inspired and motivated to continue my notebook and planner journey. I have learned a lot from your video!

Yes I use a spiral bound notebook as a brain dump book. And I usually review it once a month. Then transfer any notes or ideas into my actual planner.

I don't currently use one, but I think I'm going to start now! Thanks for a great video!

I really love this idea. I always have ideas for videos/blog topics or my sewing projects so this would be a great place to keep all that info!

Love this! I used to do everything in my one planner but I found it got so overwhelming. Switched over to the smaller notebook for scribbles/thoughts & planner for set schedules or plans.

I’m one of those rare people who prefer the look of messy, scribble notebooks than perfectly printed decorated pretty ones

I love this idea. I have my brainstorming notebook ready. Thanks for sharing. Blessings.

I use my for lists of things to transfer to other books, ideas about EVERYTHING!

I love this idea! Sometimes I have lists or thoughts and I don’t really want to put it in my planner. A separate notebook might just work out well. Thank you so much for the wonderful explanation and idea.

Your KZreadr channel is a blessing

youtube suggested one video for me and now im hooked. and SUBBED. Great videos. Thank you!

@TheOrganizedMoney

Жыл бұрын

Welcome! And thank you for joining me! :)

Currently, I use notion for brainstorming notes and so much more. I still use Evernote, but, it has become my secondary go-to for on most things for now, even with their latest improvements wich are pretty awesome!

I love the idea! One more excuse to buy a new notebook ☺

I have a brainstorm notebook also. I am now trying to start a reference notebook for all those things where there isn’t a change, just need a reminder

@blanchesplace

2 жыл бұрын

That is a great idea

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

Oooh, this IS a great idea!!! What sort of things are you keeping in your reference NB?? And how do you keep it organized?

@robinnowlin5434

2 жыл бұрын

@@celiagallegos I have a A5 stalogy that I use for my reference book. In it I keep a yearly calendar that includes birthdays, anniversaries and gift ideas. I also use it to keep track of my subscriptions with the email and password to accounts and cleaning zone schedule.

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

@@robinnowlin5434 Thats awesome!! That would be great for any type of reference!

Your videos blow my mind! Thank you for posting! From what I've seen you have several planners that you use simultaneously, and you even use the money envelope system! Talk about good stewardship of time and finances! :) Do you have a routine to set up your planners (e.g., the last day of the month for the upcoming month from 9-10a)? Do you have a routine to set up all your plannersfor the week? Thanks so much and God bless you and your family!

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! The last Friday of the month, I set up the next month. Every Sunday, I setup my planners for the week and I review them each morning and evening. ☺️

@ebrown7338

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOrganizedMoney Gasp! So succinct... and ORGANIZED! Thank you so much! I have 1001 things going at all times and your videos have helped me realize I need different planners. I came up in the day of the Franklin Planner where the rule of thumb was everything in one planner - no post-it notes, scratch paper, etc. That really does not work for me. It really isn't either/or but both/and! One works for some people and more than one planner works for others! I believe I'm in the latter category! Thank you for your reply and God bless you for sharing your wisdom with us!

Thank you for sharing this! So inspiring.

Loved your video, love your handwriting (it's nice and neat!) and your presentation. 🙂 I get geeked up about seeing how others use their journals/notebooks/planners. I utilize technology at work but still desire to work analog with my to do lists . Thank you for your information, presentations and channel!

Luv this one 💓

For me to write notes I use a notebook to brainstorm my plans before I put it in my planner because I think it's a great way to catch yourself if you make mistakes so that I won't make a mistake on my planner.

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a great idea!! Do you just list out your plans? I'm just curious what sort of "layout" you use in your NB! :)

@empressnetta2014

2 жыл бұрын

I don't like to mess up my planners. I use Pilot FriXion erasable pens & highlighters.

Love ah braindump notebook. I bought 3 notebooks w/blank pages & color boarders from dollar tree. The, yellow one I use for my daily to-dos brain dump, the green for financial brain dump etc... I love'em!

Love this idea. I was using up costly insert pages so this idea makes real sense and saves money too!

@sharepointsheri

2 жыл бұрын

Buy a punch and use computer paper or even linen for happy planner pages.

I shred my agenda/planner & brainstorm/brain dump notebooks at the end of the year or by April of the following year. I can’t recycle them due to confidentiality concerns.

How about a Rocketbook? You can use your phone to scan pages directly into a notebook in Evernote

Yes I do keep a brainstorming notebook. It's usually a spiral composition from the dollar tree. What I will take from this video is witing the dates and volume so if I ever need to refer back to a particular one, I know which fo go to 🖤🧡

Good morning. I do have a notebook. I keep it handy when watching videos so if I’m inspired by someone I can give credit when I film. I also have to dump ideas that come to me just to free up space in my brain. Be Blessed

I have to have a bound book. I, too, lose pieces of paper!

Your daughter's drawing is so cute 😁I have a brainstorm notebook by my bed because I get a lot of inspiration when I'm trying to sleep and i also use it to write down my dreams. I have another notebook for life and business ideas

Such good ideas! Thank you! I love your videos!

Great video and information!

Thank you for this video.

Very helpful, thank you!

Hey Alaina!! I was also curious about something ELSE in your brainstorming book! 😍 So, I've been keeping like a small notepad with things like random lists, random notes, ideas, etc. BUT, my problem is when I think of something I KNEW I wrote down and I end up trying to flip all over just to find it! (I hope that's not just me! Lol!) Do you have any suggestions on how to fix that?? 😬 That's what I'm struggling with right now.

@dotcassilles1488

2 жыл бұрын

Adding tabs with the topic on it, on the pages you know you will refer back to, can help. Or maybe start a quick reference index in the back page pages of the notebook. That way you can quickly look up where the info you want is located. If you make "rules" for where you store each category/topic of information you may need to refer ti it may also help. For example I have a page marked within my current notebook for present ideas for different people to be used when I need to buy a present for a birthday/Christmas or other celebration. I write favourite colours, items, etc. If someone mentions they love or want or need a particular thing I try to write it down on these pages

I love the idea of a dedicated notebook for ideas. Currently I just jot them in my work planner but then I later don’t know where that note was written. I’m adopting this today. I’m curious if the highlight color in your brainstorming notebook means anything? Really helpful video. Thank you.

New to your channel... Have you heard of Rocketbook? If you have, any thoughts as far as it working for a brainstorming notebook? If you haven't you should look into it. I particularly love that you waist no paper and can save into categories on the app. Anyway... I look forward to doing some catch-up on your channel. I myself just keep a notebook by my couch and another by my bed. Any notes, phone numbers, appts, ideas, etc go in them and then later I put it where it needs to go. When used up I keep them for at least 6 months just in case. I love having all that chaos in one place rather than little papers or old envelopes scattered around.

@empressnetta2014

2 жыл бұрын

I purchased the reusable Rocketbook Panda Planner for my bestie and she absolutely loves it. While it doesn't meet my planner personality style and needs it's one I recommend often.👑💄💋

What is the difference between this notebook and your commonplace notebook?

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

This notebook is for ideas, goals, and daily notes. My commonplace notebook is mainly used for things that I am learning or have read and want to look back on (like quotes & book notes)

i have multiple too lol main one on desk small one in back of my main planner and another beside my bed for middle of the night inspiration and nonsense

Great tips! So, after the two years do you simply toss (or recycle) the notebook?

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

I have a brain dump notebook, I mark complete and the day I finished it. I like to see how long it takes me to stay on target.

Your "Hi" is infectious, I instantly respond saying hi back. Also I love your name Alaina. And you look so beautiful😍🤩💖💖

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

😊 thank you

I was just thinking of changing my method of brainstorming.

Is this distinguishable from Brain Dumping? You did a video on that about a year ago

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Yes. This is how I keep the info instead of organizing it…

Thank You for sharing

I have 1 notebook for BS lol 😆

I love this idea. I do have one question - you mentioned that your write info/questions from clients in it. How do keep up so when you have to follow up you know where the info is? I am ADHD and this would be so helpful but that is what is blocking me.

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

Oooh, yes!! Me too!

Love love this!!! BUT, I am wondering what the major differences are between something like this and your commonplace book?? 🤔 I personally love BOTH! But now I'm having a hard time distinguishing what to put into each notebook! Lol. Please help!!

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Commonplace book is what I am learning. It is information that I want to return and look at later. Brainstorming notebook is random notes. That I may have taken in a meeting or a random to do list. Not information that I will need to return to in a year. Just random information that I may need now. Hope that helps!

@celiagallegos

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOrganizedMoney oh ok!! I think I understand now. So, your commonplace book is probably a bit more organized...I would guess? But how do you keep track of what's in each NB, especially the commonplace book? do you just write in it randomly, like as you come across something you will want to refer back to? Or do you have different sections? Right now I have a small notepad where Ive just been keeping a VARIETY of things - certain lists, fave shops/products, more random lists (projects to do, companies I wanna look into, etc), KZread videos to watch, KZread notes! So, with all that being said (and that's not even everything! Lol), what would you suggest I put into each notebook?? 😬 I'd love to have a commonplace book, a "reference" book, and then like a "random notes" book lol, such as things I want to quickly write down before I forget it! So, again...how would you suggest I split all these up?? 😊 You are seriously the best!!! A true inspiration ✨🙌🏼 (So sorry about the long message though!) ~ Celia ✨

@empressnetta2014

2 жыл бұрын

I had same question. I'm using Microsoft OneNote as my digital commonplace, reference, etc. notebook(s). Syncs across all devices for quick accessibility.

I am greatful to you.

What tabs are you using? Could you link it here or in the description? Thanks!

Hi, which software do you use to design your books?

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Which one? Most are designed in Adobe

@moniquemulili1768

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOrganizedMoney ooh which one in Adobe?

I wished my notebook was this “messy”

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Lol

I love that notebook cover. Do you think the small size will be big enough for mini happy planner.

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

It’s an a5 size so it may be a little big. You might want to try or look at the b6 size.

Yes I do use a notebook to brain storm, I call it brain dump...but its the same principle. At 63 I find its very important to keep a planner and a brain dump book and I also have an instruction book, where I write down instructions on how to use the complicated equipment and software I do not use on a daily basis. The old saying "use it or lose it" comes into play heavily when you start to age.

What lechturn notebook?

I love the pen you are using. Which pen is it?

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Papermate ink joy 0.7

Do you date each day in your brainstorming notebook ??? I know you date the notebook with dates & volume, but what about each specific day???

What should I do to organize money?

@TheOrganizedMoney

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! I have an entire KZread money playlist. ☺️

@IMN14_

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOrganizedMoney Wow! I will try to see all your videos.

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