Define Columns: "For homework, I need: Subject, Due Date, Status (Done/To Do)."
Standardize: "Always write dates as 05/27/2025." "Always categorize music by Genre."
Simple Filtering: "Show me all homework due this week."
Basic Relationship: "This song is by that artist."
DATA Output: Organized playlists, study schedules, simple budgets, personal inventories.
Tools: Notebooks with columns, basic spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets), digital to-do apps, music library apps.
Level 3: The Life Manager (Ages ~19-60)
Concept: Mastering organization for career, finances, home, and personal growth. Leveraging powerful digital tools.
Why it's important: Essential for career progression, financial stability, managing complex projects, home maintenance, and personal development.
LIST Examples: Work tasks, client contacts, financial transactions, health records, renovation ideas, vacation plans, list to data professional contacts, personal goals.
Database Thinking: "I need separate lists for Clients and Projects, and link them."
Advanced Cleaning: "Standardize all addresses and phone numbers." "Remove duplicate contacts."
Automation: "Set up rules to categorize incoming emails." "Use formulas to track spending."
Data Validation: "Ensure all required fields are filled out."
Simple Analysis: "What's my biggest expense category?" "Which marketing channel brings the most leads?"
DATA Output: Professional CRMs, detailed personal budgets, project management systems, health trackers, well-organized photo libraries, clear financial records.
Tools: Advanced spreadsheets (Excel Power Query), personal finance software, small databases (Access, Notion), project management tools (Asana, Trello), contact management systems.
Level 4: The Legacy Builder (Ages 60+)
Concept: Organizing life's accumulated information, preserving memories, sharing knowledge, and simplifying daily management.
Why it's important: Helps manage personal documents, medical records, family history, hobbies, and prepare for future needs. Allows for sharing accumulated wisdom.