The DoBoard dry erase chart keeps me motivated. |
DoBoard 12" x 17" Magnetic Dry Erase Chart Board
This dry erase board by DoBoard is magnetized and the entire back side is coated. No bumpy, annoying small magnets on each corner.
The chart board comes pre-printed with days of the week across the top and a chart grid to list 15 items. There is also room at the top and bottom to add a title, incentive agreements, reminders, and comments.
This board does not come with dry erase markers or erasers. I needed to use fine point markers for my list. I don't advise using regular, large tipped dry erase markers for writing the list.
This board is very smooth and is easily erased - unlike my lower quality dry erase board I use at work.
DoBoard shipped this chart flat, in a large box. This avoided any crinkling or damage that may have occurred during the shipping process.
12" x 17" Chart by DoBoard |
Why I ordered DoBoard's Chart
This is a perfect chore/incentive chart for children. No arguing about what needs to be done before they earn their goal - it is an ongoing check list of what needs to be done. This would also be a perfect way for our receptionist at work to keep track of who is in and out of their office. But I ordered this for my own motivation and sanity.
When I become over-worked and super stressed, I start to become ineffective. I eventually stop doing anything because I'm not keeping on top of everything. In reality, I'm still doing a great deal of things. I'm working my butt off. But I begin to tell myself that I'm not doing enough. As those thoughts increase, my productivity decreases and eventually stops.
After seeing this brand of "chore chart" at my son's home, I ordered one for myself. I really liked that it was pre-printed with everything except my list of to-dos. Some of the things I have listed are things I do on a daily basis (such as keeping the dogs and cat fed, walked, and watered), things I want to do on a daily basis (crochet and exercise), and chores that I hate (washing dishes and laundry) but have to do to avoid being referred to the television show "Hoarders".
I definitely function better under stress with seeing a list of things that have been completed - I feel accomplished. As I'm checking off things, or adding tally marks for the things I do multiple times a day, that little nagging voice has a harder time sneaking in to tell me that I'm not doing enough. It also encourages me to not give up on my goal of building a small home and moving to my land. For example, I've added "go to work" at the top of my list to remind me that I'm not yet allowed to quit my job - yes, things are that bad right now.
If you are looking for a chart, for whatever reason (yourself, children, or employees - menus, chores, or goals) this board by DoBoard is a great choice.
Dawn, I just got back from my "grands" and guess what? My DIL and son have one of these up there for the little ones and keep track of all kinds of things. Chores, homework, sports activities and more. The kids know what is expected and where they are going to be without having to ask a million times. What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteDawn Rae, your review is well-timed. I have been looking for a large magnetic dry-erase board for ages. I have had dry erase boards in the past, but not one that can be put on the front of the refrigerator where you can see it several times a day (perfect place for reminders). My son has one of the monthly ones and that's what I need. I'm using a smaller (paper) monthly calendar page, but I need something I can mark and remark and a dry-erase one is exactly the solution I've wanted and needed. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI can definitely understand how this dry erase board could help you stay organized, plus allow you to see at a glance what you have accomplished. Keeping a chart of what needs to be done is essential in our home as well. I tend to do better myself if I have a reference list to check and check off.
ReplyDeleteI definitely could use one ... or two!
ReplyDeleteI have always liked having this type of organizational tool. Could really use this. Thanks for the recommendation.
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