Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your to-do list? Or find yourself procrastinating the most daunting tasks? If so, it's time to implement the "Eat the Frog" principle into your daily routine.

The "Eat the Frog" concept, popularized by Brian Tracy in his book Eat That Frog, is all about tackling your hardest, most important task first thing in the morning. The idea is that if you "eat" the biggest challenge of your day right away, everything else will feel much more manageable.

Here's are some ideas that can help you embrace this productivity-boosting principle—and a few cool lifehacks to make it even easier.

1. Prioritize with a Planner

One of the key components of "eating the frog" is knowing what your "frog" is. That's where a well-organized planner comes into play. Use our 2025 Daily Diaries to jot down your most important task for the day at the top of your to-do list. By seeing it written down, you're more likely to focus on it and tackle it head-on.

Lifehack: Color-code your tasks. Use highlighters or sticky tabs to differentiate between "must-do" tasks and less urgent ones. The visual cue will help you zero in on your "frog" immediately.

2. Break It Down with a Weekly Calendar

Sometimes, your "frog" can be a big, complex task that feels intimidating. Break it down into smaller steps and assign each one to a specific day in your Weekly Planner or Wall Calendar. By spreading out the work over several days, you'll make progress without feeling overwhelmed.

Lifehack: At the beginning of each week, schedule 30-minute focus blocks in your calendar to dedicate to your "frog" task. You’ll be amazed at how much you can get done with focused effort.

3. Track Your Progress in an Organizer

Organizers are excellent tools for tracking progress and holding yourself accountable. Use one of our Personal Organizers (with Refills) to not only schedule your daily tasks but also record your achievements. There's something incredibly satisfying about checking off that "frog" task at the end of the day!

Lifehack: Create a "frog journal" in your organizer where you can track your progress on difficult tasks over time. This will give you a clear record of how effective the "Eat the Frog" principle has been in increasing your productivity.

4. Set Goals and Reminders

One of the best ways to ensure you're sticking to your priorities is by setting clear goals and reminders. With a Desk Calendar or Wall Planner, you can set daily reminders to ensure you're always on track with your "frog" tasks.

Lifehack: Place your calendar in a spot where you’ll see it every morning. Whether it’s on your desk or hanging on your wall, the visual reminder will encourage you to focus on your top priorities as soon as you start your day.

5. Reward Yourself for "Eating the Frog"

Positive reinforcement is a great motivator. Once you've "eaten" your frog, take a moment to reward yourself. Whether it's a small break, a treat, or some time spent on a hobby, acknowledging your hard work is important.

Lifehack: Use your organizer to plan a fun activity or reward after completing your frog task. You'll find yourself looking forward to finishing that big task just to enjoy the reward afterward!

By implementing the "Eat the Frog" principle, along with using effective tools like diaries, planners, and calendars, you can take control of your day, tackle big tasks first, and leave procrastination behind. Ready to jump into action? Check out our range of diaries, planners, organisers, and calendars to help you become your most productive self!