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Are you ready to discover the keys to greater productivity and lead your life and team with principles that stand the test of time? Welcome to The Franklin Planner Podcast, your guide to achieving your best life through proven strategies, timeless values, and expert insights. Whether you're looking for ways to boost your personal productivity, lead your team to new heights, or find lasting success, this podcast is your trusted companion on the path to intentional living. For more than 40 years, Franklin Planner has helped millions infuse their lives with meaning and clarity. Inspired by the principles of Dr. Stephen R. Covey and his groundbreaking work, *The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People*, this podcast builds on that enduring legacy. Hosted by Franklin Planner Board Member and Owner John Harding, alongside industry expert George Wright III, each episode dives deep into the essential habits, disciplines, and leadership principles that transform both individuals and teams. Together, John and George bring decades of experience, combined with interviews from accomplished business leaders, productivity experts, and success coaches, offering valuable lessons you can apply today. From overcoming roadblocks and staying focused on the "Big Rocks" in your life to fostering collaboration and trust in your team, the discussions are rich with actionable takeaways and practical wisdom. The Franklin Planner Podcast is more than a tool for learning; it’s an invitation to a community committed to growth, purpose, and intentional living. If you're ready to take charge of your time, lead with integrity, and craft a legacy of success, this is the podcast for you. Let's unlock your full potential—one timeless principle at a time.
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- Yesterday22 min
The Quest for Inner Peace: Hyrum Smith's Teachings on Time and Life Management
George Wright III is joined by Misty Howard to introduce a new series covering Hyrum Smith’s book "The 10 Natural Laws of Successful Time and Life Management." They explain that audience feedback prompted more content on the planner’s timeless principles, emphasizing that the methodology is about more than efficiency in an “age of time famine.” They discuss Smith’s concept of inner peace as the result of aligning daily actions with core values, using examples like the “ladder against the wrong wall” and a seminar attendee who prioritized time with his son and later felt no guilt after his son’s death. Misty shares Hyrum’s background, including turning down a lucrative job to start a seminar company that became Franklin Quest. 00:00 Why Franklin Planner Matters02:27 Meet Hyrum Smith05:51 Time Famine Problem08:36 Inner Peace and Values11:35 Hyrum Smith Life Story15:36 Executive Letter LessonThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner Team
- 2 weeks ago44 min
Theodore Roosevelt: Turning Weakness into Greatness
On the Franklin Planner Podcast, George Wright III with John Harding and Misty Howard highlight Theodore Roosevelt as a model of resilience, character, and leadership, emphasizing that while we can’t choose everything that happens, we can choose our response. They discuss Roosevelt’s sickly childhood with severe asthma and nearsightedness, his father’s challenge to “make your body,” and Roosevelt’s disciplined transformation. In his 20s, after success at Harvard, early political rise, and marriage to Alice Hathaway Lee, he lost both his mother and wife on February 14, 1884, prompting him to seek renewal in the Dakota Territory and form his “Strenuous Life” philosophy. They cover his decision to fight in the Spanish-American War by forming the Rough Riders, his anti-corruption, pro–working class leadership, his unexpected ascent to the presidency after McKinley’s assassination, and his Square Deal priorities: corporate control, consumer protection, and conservation, concluding with “The Man in the Arena” and a call to face fears and act on values.00:00 Why Roosevelt Matters03:37 Childhood Weakness to Strength15:34 Rebuilding in the Dakotas20:23 Rough Riders and War Hero25:08 Fighting Corruption in Politics29:32 Unexpected Path to Presidency36:41 Man in the Arena LessonsThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner TeamAbout Misty HowardMisty Howard is a historian‐enthusiast and podcast host who brings a fresh, youth-oriented voice to timeless values and historical wisdom. She serves as the creator and host of the podcast Faith Ignited (described as “Immersive, real stories from history, seen through the lens of faith”). Her work focuses on exploring the lives of influential historical figures—especially from the founding era of the United States—and connecting their personal values with modern leadership, mission-driven living, and character development. Misty emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, purpose, and narration of historical truths often overlooked in mainstream narratives. Her style blends historical research, faith-based insight, and practical application for younger audiences.Her contributions bring depth, perspective, and inspiration to conversations about proactive living and principle-centered leadership.Guest Resources:Podcast Link: Faith Ignited — available via Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, etc.
- 3 weeks ago58 min
The Power of Timeless Principles with John P. Covey
Host John Harding interviews John P. Covey on timeless principles and how aligning with them improves personal and professional effectiveness. Covey explains that values are internal and drive 100% of behavior moment by moment, while principles are external and govern consequences, using gravity as an analogy. He applies principles socially through trust, honesty, and Stephen R. Covey’s “emotional bank account,” emphasizing that a deposit is only a deposit if the recipient sees it that way and that deposits must be consistent and frequent. In leadership, he contrasts fear-based command-and-control with trust-based approaches that create synergy. Covey outlines the seven habits along the maturity continuum from dependence to interdependence and notes principles remain relevant despite technological change. He recommends daily alignment practices (including The Miracle Morning) and rebuilding low-trust relationships by identifying withdrawals and experimenting with deposits.00:00 John Covey Background02:23 Uncle Steve Connection05:12 Why Principles Matter09:01 Values Drive Behavior13:56 Principles Are External16:38 Social Principles and Trust19:32 Emotional Bank Account22:59 Deposits That Count26:15 Leadership Applications29:34 Fear Versus Trust31:58 Alignment Drives Results33:41 Learning Principles Daily36:34 Benefits And Seven Habits38:42 Maturity Continuum Explained42:12 Principles In Modern Change44:41 Stormproof Core Principles48:43 Hardest Principles To Live50:39 Daily Alignment Practices52:14 Rebuilding Low TrustThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner Team
- Aug 20, 202640 min
Miracles and Leadership with Dave Sanderson
On The Franklin Planner Podcast, George Wright III interviews Dave Sanderson, the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, who recounts the Hudson River landing, the 36-degree water evacuation, and how preparation, mindset, and teamwork mattered as much as landing the plane. Sanderson explains how the experience reshaped his priorities, exposed feeling undervalued at Oracle, and led him to pursue the “four freedoms” (time, money, mission, relationships) and ultimately leave corporate life with Tony Robbins’ coaching and encouragement. He shares key lessons from mentorship and “proximity is power,” the role of meaning and reframing, and frameworks he teaches including VCR (vision, capabilities, reach), focusing on outcomes, and “best next step.” The conversation emphasizes values-based leadership, building trust over competence, developing resilience from past reference points, and fulfilling a promise to pass mentorship forward.00:00 Hudson Crash Replay00:27 Podcast Welcome02:14 Dave's Flight Story03:48 Aisle Up Out Mindset06:28 Resilience Built Over Time08:06 Aftermath And Oracle Wakeup09:43 Four Freedoms Escape Plan12:18 Mentorship With Tony13:26 Proximity And Meaning17:08 VCR Resilience Framework20:57 Vision Values Leadership23:10 Trust Over Competence25:40 Focus With Next Steps28:27 Building Team Resilience32:07 Leading Your Life34:37 Mentor Promise Story38:26 Mentorship Call To ActionThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner TeamGuest BioLInksWebsite: https://davesandersonspeaks.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiredavesandersonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaveSandersonSpeaks/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davesandersonspeaks/
- Aug 10, 202634 min
The Transformative Power of Goals
Co-hosts George Wright III and John Harding revisit why goal setting is one of the Franklin Planner podcast’s most popular topics, emphasizing that the greatest power of goals is not what they accomplish but what they awaken and change in the person pursuing them. They discuss why writing goals down and reviewing them matters amid digital overload, citing research on handwriting, sustained attention, interruptions, and the value of uninterrupted “deep work.” Using examples from NASA checklists, the brain’s filtering of attention (including noticing opportunities once a goal is set), Roger Bannister’s four-minute mile, and Churchill’s purpose-driven leadership, they connect goals to belief, executive functions, and self-coaching. They invite listeners to write down what matters most, choose 2–3 goals, and review them for three weeks, and they preview an upcoming member event with Stephen M. R. Covey on building and restoring trust.00:00 Welcome and Topic Setup01:41 Why Goals Matter02:45 Goals Change You05:22 Why Write It Down08:30 Reflection vs Technology11:18 Paper Protects Focus14:25 Brain Filters Attention17:37 Belief and Possibility21:07 Leadership and Purpose26:07 Daily Review Practice28:10 Self Coaching Research30:59 Two Part Goal Exercise33:20 Events and ClosingThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner Team
- Jul 24, 202636 min
Heroes of the Revolution
George Wright III, John Harding, and historian Misty Howard celebrate America's 250th anniversary by exploring four overlooked heroes of the American Revolution whose examples continue to teach timeless leadership principles. Rather than focusing on famous Founding Fathers, they examine the remarkable lives of Henry Knox, Francis Marion, Sybil Ludington, and Benjamin Rush, showing how ordinary individuals changed history through determination, resourcefulness, courage, and service. Along the way, they connect each story to modern leadership, emphasizing that greatness is not determined by status or circumstance, but by the choices we make and the values we live. The conversation concludes with a reminder that history is more than something to study—it is a guide for living a meaningful life today.00:00 Courage Shows Up In Ordinary People00:40 Welcome And America's 250th Anniversary04:22 Henry Knox And Determination07:18 The Impossible Cannon Mission09:38 Lessons In Perseverance12:01 Francis Marion The Swamp Fox15:16 Guerrilla Warfare And Resourcefulness17:08 Character Over Circumstance20:20 Sybil Ludington And Courage22:10 A Sixteen-Year-Old Answers The Call23:24 Defining Moments Require Courage26:00 Benjamin Rush And A Life Of Service28:47 Medicine As A Calling29:27 Serving The Poor And Forgotten30:20 Purpose Beyond Success31:56 Four Leadership Principles33:10 Finding Unsung Heroes Around You34:41 Applying History To Everyday Life35:19 Choices Define Our Legacy36:15 Closing ThoughtsThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner TeamAbout Misty HowardMisty Howard is a historian‐enthusiast and podcast host who brings a fresh, youth-oriented voice to timeless values and historical wisdom. She serves as the creator and host of the podcast Faith Ignited (described as “Immersive, real stories from history, seen through the lens of faith”). Her work focuses on exploring the lives of influential historical figures—especially from the founding era of the United States—and connecting their personal values with modern leadership, mission-driven living, and character development. Misty emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, purpose, and narration of historical truths often overlooked in mainstream narratives. Her style blends historical research, faith-based insight, and practical application for younger audiences.Her contributions bring depth, perspective, and inspiration to conversations about proactive living and principle-centered leadership.Guest Resources:Podcast Link: Faith Ignited — available via Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, etc.
- Jul 16, 202648 min
Lifelong Journey of Relationship Building with Matt Townsend
On the Franklin Planner “Lead Your Life” podcast, host John Harding interviews Dr. Matt Townsend, who describes how his parents’ divorce led him to study communications and conflict resolution, work at FranklinCovey for seven years, then leave about 25 years ago to coach couples and mediate divorces. They argue that relationships are central to purpose, roles, and planning, and note a study that about 60% of millennials struggle to deeply connect. Townsend shares practical tools: a “time left” circle exercise (two years to two hours) to clarify who and what matter most; the “four lights” questions—self-awareness, empathy (others’ needs and wants), vision, and conscience; and conflict guidance to move from “smoke” to “fire” by identifying unmet “STARVE” needs (safety, trust, appreciation, respect, validation, encouragement, dedication) and “get real” by recognizing emotion, exploring stories, attending to needs, and lifting the conversation.00:00 Relationships Matter Most01:11 Podcast Welcome And Guest Intro02:59 Matt Townsend Origin Story06:06 Roles Goals And Connection Crisis13:48 Two Years To Live Exercise16:29 Four Lights From 9 1122:01 Using Four Lights In Teams25:10 Smoke Versus Fire In Conflict26:06 Bag Fight Spiral27:35 Smoke Versus Fire28:15 Starve Needs Framework28:42 Safety Trust Appreciation31:05 Respect Validation Encouragement32:00 Dedication And Motivation34:42 Suspend Certainty37:23 Get Real Method40:17 Leadership And Influence46:26 Closing InvitationThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. Check out the New Membership Program Here: https://store.franklinplanner.com/lps/membership/The Franklin Planner TeamAbout GuestDr. Matt Townsend has been energizing and involving audiences with his unique approach to building and maintaining successful relationships. Known as one of America’s top presenters in the field of Human Relations and Development, Matt blends humor and storytelling with interactive, real-life solutions that inspire motivation and immediate results in his audiences.Having dedicated his life to the study of communication and interpersonal relationships, Matt has worked extensively in the areas of results-oriented communication, conflict resolution and time management training. As a lead presenter for industry leader, Franklin Covey, Matt worked with the Family & Special Market Division and created the company’s largest train-the-trainer program, certifying more than 900 trainers to teach his customized time management curriculum.LinksInstagram https://www.instagram.com/drmatttownsendLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmatttownsend/
- Jun 25, 202648 min
Winston Churchill: The Bulldog's Path to Leadership
George Wright III hosts John Harding and resident history expert Misty Howard on the Franklin Planner/Lead Your Life podcast to discuss Winston Churchill as a leadership model and why studying historical figures reveals timeless principles from “beginning to end.” Misty outlines Churchill’s difficult upbringing (wealthy but neglected, poor student, speech impediment, harshly criticized by his father), his early writing success, and his Boer War capture and daring escape that made him famous and launched his political career. They cover Churchill’s flaws, depression (“black dog”), and major mistake in World War I (Gallipoli), emphasizing that leaders need purpose and commitment more than perfection. Misty explains Churchill’s “wilderness years,” his warnings about Hitler, and how appeasement failed, leading to his rise as prime minister and his “We shall fight” speech in 1940. The hosts conclude with takeaways about mission, courage, preparation, and daily intentionality, then promote upcoming episodes, a Lead Your Life magazine, and a Franklin Planner membership.00:00 Welcome and Guests00:31 Why Study Leaders01:58 Churchill Relevance04:45 Early Life Struggles10:48 Boer War Escape16:27 Flaws and Resilience20:12 Gallipoli Setback23:27 Wilderness Years Warning26:12 Standing Alone31:23 Destiny and Preparation34:59 Fight on the Beaches41:03 Final Takeaways46:12 Closing and Next StepsThank you for joining us on this Journey to create your best life and to lead your Life and Teams. Please share this show, and we look forward to the journey we will take together. The Franklin Planner TeamAbout Misty HowardMisty Howard is a historian‐enthusiast and podcast host who brings a fresh, youth-oriented voice to timeless values and historical wisdom. She serves as the creator and host of the podcast Faith Ignited (described as “Immersive, real stories from history, seen through the lens of faith”). Her work focuses on exploring the lives of influential historical figures—especially from the founding era of the United States—and connecting their personal values with modern leadership, mission-driven living, and character development. Misty emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, purpose, and narration of historical truths often overlooked in mainstream narratives. Her style blends historical research, faith-based insight, and practical application for younger audiences.Her contributions bring depth, perspective, and inspiration to conversations about proactive living and principle-centered leadership.Guest Resources:Podcast Link: Faith Ignited — available via Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, etc.
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Are you ready to discover the keys to greater productivity and lead your life and team with principles that stand the test of time? Welcome to The Franklin Planner Podcast, your guide to achieving your best life through proven strategies, timeless values, and expert insights. Whether you're looking for ways to boost your personal productivity, lead your team to new heights, or find lasting success, this podcast is your trusted companion on the path to intentional living. For more than 40 years, Franklin Planner has helped millions infuse their lives with meaning and clarity. Inspired by the principles of Dr. Stephen R. Covey and his groundbreaking work, *The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People*, this podcast builds on that enduring legacy. Hosted by Franklin Planner Board Member and Owner John Harding, alongside industry expert George Wright III, each episode dives deep into the essential habits, disciplines, and leadership principles that transform both individuals and teams. Together, John and George bring decades of experience, combined with interviews from accomplished business leaders, productivity experts, and success coaches, offering valuable lessons you can apply today. From overcoming roadblocks and staying focused on the "Big Rocks" in your life to fostering collaboration and trust in your team, the discussions are rich with actionable takeaways and practical wisdom. The Franklin Planner Podcast is more than a tool for learning; it’s an invitation to a community committed to growth, purpose, and intentional living. If you're ready to take charge of your time, lead with integrity, and craft a legacy of success, this is the podcast for you. Let's unlock your full potential—one timeless principle at a time.
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