Project Planner Template

November 6, 2013

I have searched the web like crazy, and can't find anything like the template I am requesting. Of course, one of you will probably be able to find it on your first attempt, so that is why I came here!

I am looking for a Word/Excel/PDF file to use as a template for printing my own project planner pages. As an example, here is the Staples Arc version of the page.

Any help would be appreciated!

November 6, 2013

diyplanner.com has several project planning pages in their package (pdf). They are 8.5 x 5.5, but, if you need letter size, you can print choosing scale to fit page and they will scale up almost to letter size.

November 7, 2013

Also, it's not difficult to open one of the templates in Word and end up with the planner of your dreams. However, I've got to say that no one has ever come up with the Ultimate Planning and Execution Form. They're all variations of the same basic data and fields. Project planning requires commitment from the participants and no piece of paper or hunk of software will make anyone respect or deliver on their responsibilities.

November 7, 2013

The page layout reminds me of Cornell Notes note taking system. If you do an internet search on "cornell notes" you will find explanations and PDF generator, various templates to try or modify.

DIY Planner site likely to also have templates if you look for cornell.

Let us know what you find that works for you.

November 7, 2013

Try this Google search :

"project management" template

November 7, 2013

Incompetech may have what you want.

On this page, they have a sample of Cornell Lined paper that looks pretty much like your image.

I couldn't get exactly what I wanted in lined paper, so downloaded LibreOffice and used its Draw module to make my own.

You might want to try that.

November 8, 2013

Thank you for the recommendations on the Cornell Notes. They appear to be just what the auditor ordered!

November 9, 2013

There are lots of alternatives to making your own stationery. I bought some refills for a Compendium. They are not available any more, so I scanned a page, and printed it out on my own paper. You could also use the same technique.

November 9, 2013

Ultimately, when one has very specific personal requirements, it's worth the time to create a template and print that on precisely the paper that one wants. Otherwise, it's oft-times a set of uncomfortable compromises on the paper, the layout, the format (e.g., punched, Circa, or wirebound) or some other small item that slowly irritates the user, growing to large scale dissatisfaction.

Speaking for myself, the several hours tinkering with layouts was far better than the hours scouring the internet for layouts, downloading, ordering, etc., then iterating through the cycle on multiple occasions. I created exactly what I wanted in a layout, and then double-side printed it on exactly the paper that I liked, punched it to fit the notebook format of choice, and then went on to use it extensively. That hasn't meant that I haven't tinkered with any of this since, particularly with new-to-me paper choices, but all in all, I've been much more satisfied with my choices than ordering stock items *.

John P.

* This assumes that the user has had some reasonable level of "due diligence" in looking over the various options for layout, paper, etc. before they start down the road of a customised planner layout. "Measure twice, cut once."

November 9, 2013

I went to the DIY planner page and looked around. Seemed just great and I saw

Dynamic Templates v2.05: The Next Generation

BUT I cannot figure out how to download this. I can't figure out how to register either. I have been around the 'net for a long time and have never had this kind of trouble before. Does someone know how to download the Dynamic Templates? Or have they closed it off from new people joining? Thanks.

Edited November 9, 2013 by Fabienne