These are ten of my go-to lists in my phone's "Notes". Whether you're busy, forgetful, organized, or all of the above - these lists have saved me a lot of time.
1. Movies to watch
How many times have you seen a movie preview that leaves you telling yourself, "I need to see that!"?
2. Songs to listen to
For all the times your friends suggest music or someone says "this song reminds me of you!"...
3. Names I need to remember
Between doctors, who to contact for job opportunities, classmates, and more - names are important.
4. Topics to research
For all the times you think of, or hear about, something that intrigues you.
5. Important dates to remember
We are social beings who have commitments, meetings, appointments, holidays, birthdays, and SO MANY MORE THINGS.
6. Article title/topic ideas
Whenever I think of a topic I could later write about, I save it for when I have writer's block. If I randomly think of a phrase that could be an attention-grabbing title I save it for when I have content to add along with it.
7. Links to articles to read
For all the articles someone sends you, or you save, to be read when time allows.
8. What to pick up at the store
Because no one likes making it all the way back home, to think "UGH! I forgot to get that!!"
9. What I need to do for the day
Especially for the days that are left after much procrastination. When there is plenty to be done, I need to know exactly everything I have to do by the end of the day.
10. Homework for the night/weekend
Given that most homework is electronic or simply reading, adding in which websites or page numbers must be completed is very helpful.