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Templates

Proven timer patterns for work, life, and everything between.

Each template includes real examples and strategic insights from productive users.

Work & Career
Professional deadlines and milestones
Q4 Budget Presentation15 days

Key metrics: revenue +12%, costs -5%. Include market analysis slides.

Performance Review Meeting7 days

Prepare: project wins, skill developments, 2024 goals. Book conference room.

Project Launch30 days

Final testing week 1-7, marketing prep week 2-3, team training week 4.

Conference Proposal Due21 days

Topic: AI in productivity. Abstract draft done. Need bio update & speaker photo.

Strategy Notes

  • Use memo feature to track key milestones and deliverables
  • Set buffer time: aim to finish 2-3 days before the real deadline
  • Pin only your top 3 most urgent work deadlines for better focus
Life Events
Personal milestones and celebrations
Sarah's Birthday12 days

Gift ideas: new camera lens, cooking class voucher. Book restaurant for 6pm.

Wedding Anniversary45 days

Weekend getaway to Napa. Hotel booked. Surprise dinner at the place we met.

Vacation to Japan67 days

Flight: March 15-29. Tokyo 5 days, Kyoto 3 days, Osaka 2 days. JR Pass ordered.

Family Reunion23 days

Grandma's 80th! Bring photo album. Coordinate potluck with cousins. Book hotel.

Strategy Notes

  • Add gift ideas or celebration plans in the memo section
  • Create countdown chains: 'Book flights', 'Pack bags', 'Departure day'
  • Use expired timers to track 'Days since' special moments
Health & Fitness
Wellness goals and challenges
Marathon Training Start14 days

16-week plan. Week 1: 3mi runs x3. Buy new running shoes. Join running group.

30-Day Fitness Challenge5 days

Goal: 10k steps daily + 20min workout. Downloaded fitness app. Prep meal plans.

Doctor Appointment8 days

Annual checkup. Questions: knee pain, sleep issues. Bring insurance card & meds list.

Weight Goal Deadline90 days

Target: -15lbs. Current: 165lbs. Plan: keto diet + gym 4x/week. Track in MyFitnessPal.

Strategy Notes

  • Use memos to log daily progress, workouts, or health metrics
  • Create weekly mini-goals leading up to your main fitness target
  • Track streaks with count-up timers after hitting initial goals
Learning & Growth
Education and skill development
Certification Exam28 days

AWS Solutions Architect. 4 practice tests done. Weak areas: VPC, IAM. 2hrs study daily.

Course Completion42 days

JavaScript Bootcamp - 60% done. Final project: todo app. 3 modules left.

Language Practice Streak100 days

Spanish daily goal: 30min Duolingo + 1 podcast episode. Currently B1 level.

Book Club Discussion6 days

'Atomic Habits' chapters 10-15. Key points: habit stacking, environment design.

Strategy Notes

  • Use memos for study schedules, key concepts, or progress notes
  • Break large courses into chapter-by-chapter countdown timers
  • Create recurring study sessions with consistent timing
Money & Planning
Financial goals and deadlines
Tax Filing Deadline35 days

Documents needed: W2, 1099, receipts. Deductions: home office, charity. CPA appt booked.

Savings Goal180 days

Emergency fund target: $15k. Current: $8.2k. Auto-transfer $350/month to savings.

Investment Review90 days

Q1 portfolio check. Rebalance if needed. 401k at 15%, IRA maxed. Consider REIT.

Budget Planning7 days

January spending review. Categories: groceries +$200, dining out -$150. Adjust limits.

Strategy Notes

  • Record target amounts and current progress in memo fields
  • Set quarterly money check-ins with recurring timer templates
  • Use 'Days since' for tracking spending-free streaks or investment milestones
Creative Projects
Artistic and creative pursuits
Art Exhibition Opening18 days

12 paintings ready. Need frames for 3 pieces. Gallery visit Thu. Wine & cheese for 50 people.

Novel First Draft120 days

Thriller set in Tokyo. Target: 80k words. Chapter outline done. Write 700 words daily.

Photography Challenge30 days

Street photography project. 1 photo daily. Themes: urban life, shadows, people. Sony A7III ready.

Music Recital45 days

Piano pieces: Chopin Nocturne, Bach Invention. Practice 90min daily. Book studio for rehearsal.

Strategy Notes

  • Use memos to capture creative ideas, inspiration, or daily progress
  • Create milestone timers: 'Outline done', 'First act complete', 'Final edit'
  • Turn finished projects into 'Days since completion' to track your creative journey