I had a bunch of questions on here and Facebook last week about my Chronodex post, so I made a video to answer them! Here is how to use it, how I plan with it, and answers to questions you sent me.
If you have more questions, comment below. I’m happy to spread the planner love.
One thing the bullet journal base system lacks is a way to easily schedule tasks. As a result, I’ve been trying out a bunch of different time trackers as modifications to the system, one of which is the Chronodex.
I’ve been obsessed with the Chronodex for years. The Chronodex is a time tracker shaped like a clock. It’s divided into four sections, which are then subdivided into hours. The hourly sections jut out at various lengths, which makes it easy to read.
However, I tried drawing it and hated the process (circles, ugh) and cutting and pasting printed out copies didn’t appeal to me at all.
After experimenting with the #paralleltimeladder, I wanted to try the Chronodex out. I used a similar system in college and loved it. The best solution seemed to be getting either a stamp made or using custom stickers.
So, I googled “make a custom stamp” and came across RubberStamps.net. They allow you to upload an image and have it turned into a stamp. I modified a Chronodex image, uploaded it, picked a 2.5×2.5″ stamp, and used their image editor to confirm the stamp was correct. A week later, I had my stamp!
It’s beautiful.
Here’s how I use it:
1. The night before, I stamp it into my planner.
2. Then, I schedule out my meetings plus time to commute.
3. Next I add appointments.
4. Then I schedule out time for specific, high-priority goals I’m working on.
5. Any other work or odd tasks get scheduled last.
If I’m worried my schedule may change, which happens occasionally with meeting time roulette, then I do all of this on a post it and transfer it to the Chronodex as my day progresses.
Here’s how my Chronodex looked one recent morning, before work:
Here are two filled out:
If you’re looking to get a consistent feel for a complicated time tracker, think about picking up a custom stamp.
Supplies used:
This post isn’t sponsored by RubberStamps.net. I just love my stamp!
I’ve also made a video about how I use the Chronodex to plan my day and some common questions. You can check it out here!
