Franklin Planner Podcast

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 weekly 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

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  Episode #28

  Heroes of the Revolution

  Jul 23, 202637 minS1

  Here's the show notes reformatted to match the Franklin Planner style you've been using: George Wright III, John Harding, and historian Misty 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 People 00:40 Welcome And America's 250th Anniversary 04:22 Henry Knox And Determination 07:18 The Impossible Cannon Mission 09:38 Lessons In Perseverance 12:01 Francis Marion The Swamp Fox 15:16 Guerrilla Warfare And Resourcefulness 17:08 Character Over Circumstance 20:20 Sybil Ludington And Courage 22:10 A Sixteen-Year-Old Answers The Call 23:24 Defining Moments Require Courage 26:00 Benjamin Rush And A Life Of Service 28:47 Medicine As A Calling 29:27 Serving The Poor And Forgotten 30:20 Purpose Beyond Success 31:56 Four Leadership Principles 33:10 Finding Unsung Heroes Around You 34:41 Applying History To Everyday Life 35:19 Choices Define Our Legacy 36:15 Closing Thoughts Thank 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 About Misty Howard Misty 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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  Episode #27

  Lifelong Journey of Relationship Building with Matt Townsend

  Jul 16, 202649 minS1

  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 Most 01:11 Podcast Welcome And Guest Intro 02:59 Matt Townsend Origin Story 06:06 Roles Goals And Connection Crisis 13:48 Two Years To Live Exercise 16:29 Four Lights From 9 11 22:01 Using Four Lights In Teams 25:10 Smoke Versus Fire In Conflict 26:06 Bag Fight Spiral 27:35 Smoke Versus Fire 28:15 Starve Needs Framework 28:42 Safety Trust Appreciation 31:05 Respect Validation Encouragement 32:00 Dedication And Motivation 34:42 Suspend Certainty 37:23 Get Real Method 40:17 Leadership And Influence 46:26 Closing Invitation Thank 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 About Guest Dr. 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. Links Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drmatttownsend LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmatttownsend/

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  Episode #26

  Winston Churchill: The Bulldog's Path to Leadership

  Jun 25, 202648 minS1

  <p>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...

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  Episode #26

  Winston Churchill: The Bulldog's Path to Leadership

  Jun 25, 202648 minS1

  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 Guests 00:31 Why Study Leaders 01:58 Churchill Relevance 04:45 Early Life Struggles 10:48 Boer War Escape 16:27 Flaws and Resilience 20:12 Gallipoli Setback 23:27 Wilderness Years Warning 26:12 Standing Alone 31:23 Destiny and Preparation 34:59 Fight on the Beaches 41:03 Final Takeaways 46:12 Closing and Next Steps Thank 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. &nbsp; The Franklin Planner Team About Misty Howard Misty 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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  Episode #25

  The Time Management Matrix for Navigating Life

  May 28, 202631 minS1

  <p>On the Franklin Planner Podcast, co-hosts George Wright III and John Harding discuss an upcoming magazine article co-written with CEO Bob Sumbot titled “Why Quadrant Two Thinking on Paper Matters More Than Ever,” focused on Steven R. Covey’s Time Management Matrix. They describe how constant digital interruptions—often 50+ a day with 20+ minutes to refocus—create decision fatigue, overwhelm, and diminished cognitive capacity, even from a phone’s mere presence. </p><p><br></p><p>Harding explains the four quadrants (urgent/important crises; not urgent/important planning, relationships, growth, renewal; urgent/not important interruptions and others’ priorities; not urgent/not important t...

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