Making Lists with PLOTTER: A Fresh Take on Resolutions

A PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals. There is a fountain pen and other writing utensils near the PLOTTER.

As we step into a new year, many of us feel the urge to set goals and make resolutions. Setting goals could be daunting, but what if we took a more relaxed approach? Creating New Year’s Lists can be a gentler, more manageable way to outline your goals and aspirations for the year ahead.

A PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals. There is a fountain pen and other writing utensils near the PLOTTER.
A green PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder inside a black leather hand bag.
A PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a list of new year's goals related to hobbies. The PLOTTER is resting on top of a hand bag.

Why Lists Instead of Resolutions?

Traditional resolutions can feel overwhelming and rigid. Lists, on the other hand, offer flexibility and feel more approachable. We interact with and use lists daily, whether they’re our grocery lists or our daily tasks in our planner. Since list-making is already a natural part of our routine, why not apply this familiar approach to our New Year’s goals? At its core, New Year’s Lists are simply a collection of things you’d like to accomplish or experience, without the pressure of strict deadlines or rigid expectations.

A close up of a PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals.
A PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a list of new year's goals related to hobbies. There is a fountain pen and a coffee near the PLOTTER.

Creating Your Lists

List-making can be a refreshing activity during your downtime or over the weekends throughout the hectic weeks of January. First of all, sit down with your favorite pen and open your PLOTTER to a fresh page. The key is to keep your lists organized and visible. Consider creating separate lists for different areas of your life:

  • Personal Growth
  • Career and Professional Development
  • Health and Wellness
  • Hobbies and Interests
A close up of PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a list of new year's goals related to hobbies.
A PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals. There is a fountain pen and other writing utensils near the PLOTTER.

Using Your PLOTTER To Do List Refill

You can use a variety of refills to prepare your list. However, the PLOTTER To Do List Refill is the ideal tool for maintaining your New Year’s Lists. Here’s why it works so well for New Year’s Lists:

  • Tracking bar to visualize your goal progress (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%)
  • The Refill Memo Pad allows you to carry all or even just one of your lists in your PLOTTER wherever you go
  • Clean, organized layout that makes regular review easy
A person writing on PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals.
A PLOTTER Leather Binder inside a black leather hand bag.
A PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a list of new year's goals related to hobbies. The PLOTTER is resting on top of a hand bag.

Tips for Success

Not only is it fun to sit down and create the list, having it with you throughout the year makes it more meaningful. To make the most of your New Year’s Lists:

  • Bring your PLOTTER with you daily (in your bag or pocket) so you can review your lists to stay motivated
  • Use the progress bar feature on the PLOTTER To Do List Refill to celebrate small wins
  • Update and adjust your lists as needed throughout the year
A close up of a green PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder inside a black leather hand bag.
A close up of a PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals.
A close up of PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a list of new year's goals related to hobbies.

New Year’s Lists are meant to inspire and motivate you in the new year, not overwhelm you. By keeping them in your PLOTTER, you’re creating a constant reminder of your goals while maintaining the flexibility to adapt as the year progresses. Will you try making a New Year’s List this year?

A close up of a PLOTTER Narrow Size Leather Binder open to a List of new year's work and personal goals. There is a fountain pen and other writing utensils near the PLOTTER.

Draw today, shape tomorrow.

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