Recommendation Office & School

Favorite Paper Planners

For Whom/What:

a small business owner

Budget:

$200

Requirements:

should have daily + weekly views

time-blocking layout for appointments

has space for to-do lists, notes, and goal setting

premium quality (paper thickness and binding)

professional aesthetics (no flowers on the cover)

not too bulky

Extra Details:

Hey everyone — I’m a business owner juggling a ton (client meetings, project deadlines, team tasks, personal life… you get it 😅), and I’m on the hunt for the perfect paper planner to help me keep it all together. I’ve tried using digital calendars and apps, but I always find myself coming back to pen and paper — it just helps me focus better and retain more.

Kim Penn
2 weeks ago

If you want something that’s super clean but still functional, go for the Hemlock & Oak Daily Planner. Canadian-made, thick luxe paper, no bleeding with fountain pens. It has structured daily spreads with time slots and to-dos, and it’s undated — so you don’t waste pages if you skip days. Looks amazing on a desk and in meetings. Great for those who hate visual clutter.

Minimalist Weekly Planner
Brand: Hemlock & Oak
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Lopez D
2 weeks ago

I swear by the Full Focus Planner by Michael Hyatt. It’s specifically designed for business owners and high-performers. The goal-oriented structure really sets it apart — you break down quarterly goals and track progress daily. Each day has time-blocking, top 3 priorities, and a notes section. I’ve used it to grow my consulting biz steadily. 

Full Focus Planner
Brand: Full Focus
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