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5 Reasons Why You Need Values-Based Planning

With the arrival of the new year it is a great time revisit our personal values. If you found yourself feeling overwhelmed or dissatisfied at any time this past year, it’s possible that feeling came from not upholding your personal values during day-to-day life. Read More

Inside Look At The Top•Down Planner - Part 1 of 3

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Are you wondering how to get the most use out of your Top•Down Planner? If so, you’re in luck, as this week on our Youtube channel and right here on our blog, we’ll be breaking down each section of the Top•Down Planner, and we'll be discussing how to get the most out of your planning methods so you can live a happier life. Read More

Simplify Your Life With These 5 Apps

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Since creating our Youtube channel a few weeks ago, we have truly had some wonderful feedback! One of our viewers this past week requested I share my top five favorite phone apps that make my life easier. Read More

How To Plan Your Goals

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Can I tell you a secret? If done incorrectly, goal planning can actually be a hindrance to your goals and your time rather than a benefit.

Sure, writing your goals down increases your chances by 80%, but wouldn’t you rather have your chances of success increase by a full 100%? Read More

Pretty Planning - Is It Planning?

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I recently conducted a video interview where the subject of decorative planning, also known as “pretty planning,” was brought up. It left me thinking...is pretty planning really planning or is it decorating?

Top 5 Time-Management Tips from a Pro

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If you were given an extra hour each day to do something you loved, what would you spend your time doing? Our Founder Rebecca Rescate lists her top 5 Time Management Tips to help you carve out extra time for yourself.

Umm….What Resolution?

Did you know only 8% of people will achieve their New Year's resolutions? This month marks our mid-way point through the year. Review the top 3 New Years resolution planning tips of successful people to help you finish your year strong.

Celebrating 10 Years with Updating CitiKitty Customers

Top·Down Planner Founder Rebecca Rescate on ABC's Hit Show Shark Tank

As I get ready to celebrate CitiKitty's 10-year anniversary in two days I am most excited about two things:

My Top·Down Approach to getting in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times & More

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Ten years ago before I started my first company CitiKitty I made a hit list of press outlets I wanted my business and product to be mentioned in. The list included The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Good Morning America and Live with Regis & Kelly.

I desired to have these mentions because growing up I always viewed businesses that were mentioned by them as successful. I kept this list in a notebook for years and checked them off after I achieved them. Read More

Future Focused - The Benefits of Thinking Ahead

A little inspiration to get you through your hump day. Did you know future-focused people are more successful professionally and academically? And if you are future-focused it is easier to save, eat healthy and exercise? Read More