Apr 14 - Tackling Your Day...Easy! - GON in 5 Minutes Newsletter

Published: Mon, 04/14/25

Updated: Mon, 04/14/25

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by Maria Gracia

April 14, 2025

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Tackling Your Day...Easy!

There’s something so satisfying about crossing something off your TO DO list. But if your list is buried in a notebook, lost among phone apps, or scribbled on a slip of paper that disappeared under the couch cushions, it might be time to try something new—like turning your bulletin board into your daily command center.

Yes, bulletin boards aren’t just for pinning up cute photos, coupons, or birthday invites. With a few tweaks, your board can help you stay on top of your day and actually see your progress as it happens.

Start with a Fresh Canvas
Clear off your current board and give yourself some space to breathe. A cluttered board isn’t motivating—it’s overwhelming. Remove old notes, push pins, and pinned-up reminders that are no longer relevant. If your board’s looking a little tired, give it a quick dust or vacuum to freshen it up.

Now you're ready to build a system that works for your daily tasks.

Divide It Up
Use ribbon, washi tape, or just separate spaces with push pins to create clear sections. A few layout ideas:

Today’s Must-Do: 3 to 5 essential tasks

If Time Allows: Extra to-dos that aren’t urgent

Upcoming or This Week: Reminders for future days

Done! a fun corner to move items to when complete
Seeing tasks visually sorted can help you prioritize better and feel more in control.

Use Index Cards for Each Task
Write one task per index card and pin them to the appropriate section. The beauty of index cards? They’re sturdy, easy to shuffle around, and large enough to include details like a due date or quick instructions.

You can move them from “Upcoming” to “Today” or from “Must-Do” to “Done” with a satisfying push of a pin. You can even use different colored index cards for categories—like errands, phone calls, or home tasks—or assign each family member a color if the board is shared.

Make It Personal
This isn’t just any TO DO list—it’s your list. Add a motivating quote at the top. Use colorful push pins, patterned borders, or photos that remind you why you’re working hard (family, goals, a dream vacation). Making your board visually appealing increases the chance you’ll keep coming back to it.

Refresh It Daily
The key to making this work? Make checking and updating your board part of your morning or evening routine. It takes just a couple of minutes to remove completed cards and pin up fresh ones. This tiny habit helps you wake up with a plan and go to bed knowing what’s been handled.

Using a bulletin board as a daily TO DO list makes your tasks visible, flexible, and even a little fun. It’s a low-tech tool with high-impact potential—especially if you’re a visual thinker or love paper systems.

So if your current TO DO list method isn’t working, maybe it’s time to give this one a try. You might just find that a few index cards and a corkboard can keep your whole day on track.

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Behind the Board: A Pin-Worthy Past

Did you know that your everyday bulletin board has both natural and historical roots? The cork that holds your push pins so perfectly comes from cork oak trees, mainly found in Portugal and Spain.

What makes cork so ideal is its natural ability to self-heal—tiny pinholes close up on their own, which is why your board always looks fresh, even after hundreds of pins.

It’s lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly too, since harvesting cork doesn’t harm the tree. Pretty amazing for something hanging in your kitchen or office.

And the idea of posting things for all to see isn’t new. Back in ancient Rome, officials used public boards made of stone or metal, called albums, to share news with the citizens—sort of like the city’s original social media.

Fast forward to 1925, when George Brooks of Topeka, Kansas, patented the corkboard we know and love today. His invention helped bring organization and inspiration to classrooms, kitchens, and offices everywhere.

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