Think clearly, decide wisely and lead more thoughtfully.

Better leadership starts with better thinking.

Leadership gives us plenty to think about, but rarely enough time to think properly.

The Useful Thinking Journal is a simple, research-backed tool to help you reflect on your experiences, learn from them and turn your insights into meaningful action.

You don’t need to be “good at journaling” or write for hours. You just need a few minutes and a simple structure to help you think more clearly, develop your judgement and lead more intentionally.

How the Useful Thinking Journal helps you lead:

  • Helps you step back and think more clearly
  • Develops better judgement and decision-making
  • Builds self-awareness and confidence over time
  • Helps you learn from experience and focus on what matters.

Whether you’re leading a team or leading yourself, the journal helps turn everyday experiences into useful reflection, learning and action.

The Useful Thinking Journal

Choose the format that suits you best.

Choose your version below and get started today.
(Includes a 30-day money back guarantee – no pressure, just progress.)

Digital (PDF Download) Printed (Shipped Journal)
Delivery Instant download Ships from Australia
Best for eReaders, Tablets or printing at home Writing by hand
Shipping cost None Calculated at checkout

$35 AUD / ~$22 USD / ~£16 GBP

Ordering 6 or more physical journals? Please contact us for volume pricing and a custom shipping quote.

You’ll select your version and pay in your currency on the next page.

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Users of the Journal are saying…

“I definitely didn’t expect the very tangible ‘shortcutting’ of my usual rumination patterns.

I didn’t expect the journal would help so quickly and effectively.”

– Lauren Dixon, Innovation Manager, Utilities sector 

“I have noticed that I am thinking more intentionally about issues and decisions, especially those that aren’t just straight forward or where emotion can play a part.”

– PW, Director, Australian Government Department

The Useful Thinking Process Raw

Does this sound familiar?

You’re doing your best, but leadership moves quickly. Decisions need to be made, conversations happen, things go wrong and successes can pass by without much thought about why things went well.

The Useful Thinking Journal was designed for thoughtful leaders who want to learn from these experiences, strengthen their judgement and become more intentional about how they lead.

Here are some common challenges it can help with:

🌀 Overthinking and analysis paralysis
You go over the same issue again and again – but still don’t feel any clearer.

⚡ Reacting on autopilot
You sometimes snap, say yes when you meant no, or feel regret after a quick decision.

🔁 Dwelling on negative experiences
You replay past mistakes or awkward conversations, and it drains your energy.

🔍 Lack of clarity or direction
You struggle to set priorities or feel confident in your next steps.

📉 Not following through on what matters
You know what you should do, but it’s hard to take that first step.

If any of these feel familiar, the Useful Thinking Journal gives you a structured way to step back, make sense of your experience and decide what you want to do next.

Choose the format that suits you best

Whether you like the feel of pen and paper or prefer writing on your tablet, the Useful Thinking Journal is available in two practical formats.

Pick the one that fits how you like to reflect – and get started today.

Digital (PDF Download) Printed (Shipped Journal)
Delivery Instant download Ships from Australia
Best for eReaders, Tablets or printing at home Writing by hand
Shipping cost None Calculated at checkout

$35 AUD / ~$22 USD / ~£16 GBP

Ordering 6 or more physical journals? Please contact us for volume pricing and a custom shipping quote.

You’ll select your version and pay in your currency on the next page.

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Not satisfied? This product comes with a 30-day money back guarantee.

Here’s how the Useful Thinking Journal can help

Clearer thinking in the middle of the chaos

The structured templates help you step back, process your experiences and reduce mental noise so you can respond, not just react.

Greater self-awareness and confidence

By reflecting regularly, you’ll start to notice what’s working (and what’s not), understand yourself better and trust your own judgement more.

More follow-through and focus

It connects your reflections to simple, purposeful actions, helping you move forward instead of staying stuck in your head.

Spot the patterns that shape your leadership

Over time, you’ll see what keeps tripping you up and what helps you thrive, so you can lead more intentionally and sustainably.

A quiet space to reflect without the pressure

You don’t need to be a “journal person.” Just follow the prompts. You’ll process your thoughts and feel clearer, even after a few minutes.

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Users of the Journal are saying…

“I think the journal has raised my general level of awareness. Understanding the gravity of my actions, my perceptions – it reshapes the way I handle that info and use it to make decisions.”

– Jeremy Duke, Partnerships & Operations Manager, Utilities industry

“Using the Useful Thinking Journal has already created much awareness after using it for a relatively short time and will undoubtedly be an important tool to help create more fulfilling personal and interpersonal interactions in all aspects of my life.”

– Stephan Dahinden, Managing Director

How it works

The Useful Thinking Journal guides you through four simple steps, helping you turn everyday experiences into reflection, learning and intentional action.

Event

Start with something that happened – good, bad or in-between.

It might be a success you want to repeat, a challenge you want to handle better next time, or a situation that left you feeling unsure.

This step gives your reflection a clear focus, so you don’t get stuck in vague overthinking.

Reflection

Next, you make sense of the event.

What happened? How did you feel? What did it bring up for you?

This is where self-awareness begins – helping you understand your reactions, take accountability, and learn something useful from the experience.

(If you’re using the journal with your team, this step creates shared understanding and thoughtful conversations.)

Intention

Now, you decide how you want to move forward.

Set a simple intention: an action, a mindset, or even a phrase to guide you. It’s about choosing how you want to show up next time.

Intentions keep you steady – especially in tricky or emotional situations.

Review

Over time, you’ll gather a collection of reflections and intentions.

The Review step helps you look back, spot patterns, and track your progress. You’ll see where you’re growing and where you might want to focus next.

If you’re using the journal with a team, this step can highlight what’s working well and where more support is needed.

Thoughtfully designed for practical use

The Useful Thinking Journal has been created with simplicity, quality and usefulness in mind — so you can focus on reflection, not figuring out how to do it.

✍️ Simple, Structured Templates

Each journal includes 40+ guided templates that walk you through the reflection process.
No blank-page anxiety. No guesswork. Just follow the prompts and let your thoughts settle into place.

🖋️ Made for Handwriting – On Purpose

Writing by hand slows you down in a good way. It helps you process more deeply, stay present, and remember what matters.
Prefer a digital tablet? The electronic version is perfect for that too.

📓 Notebook + Journal in One (Printed version only)

The last 50 pages are lined and blank – so you can jot down meeting notes, to-dos or ideas without carrying multiple notebooks.
One tool. Less clutter.

📐 Compact, High-Quality Format

A5 size, easy to carry, and durable enough for daily use.
Printed on thick, 120gsm paper with wiro binding so it lies flat for writing – no smudging, no awkward hand angles.

💻 Prefer Digital? You’ve Got Options

If you like to type or write on your tablet, the digital PDF version gives you the same structure and prompts – instantly downloadable and easy to use on the go.

Choose your format and get started today

Digital (PDF Download) Printed (Shipped Journal)
Delivery Instant download Ships from Australia
Best for eReaders, Tablets or printing at home Writing by hand
Shipping cost None Calculated at checkout

$35 AUD / ~$22 USD / ~£16 GBP

Ordering 6 or more physical journals? Please contact us for volume pricing and a custom shipping quote.

You’ll select your version and pay in your currency on the next page.

Money Back Guarantee 200x180

Not satisfied? This product comes with a 30-day money back guarantee.

Users of the Journal are saying…

“I’m finding myself more action driven, less needing to push myself into action on reflections and able to just get on with making improvements.“

– Michael Watts, Business Advisor

“Using the journal made me want to work on some things as I think it increased my belief that change is possible – and it depends on me more than I used to think.”

– SS, Senior Leader, Government department

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Frequently asked questions

Absolutely. The journal is designed for people who don’t normally journal.

You won’t need to write essays – just a few guided prompts to help you reflect, reset, and move forward with clarity.

You don’t have to use it daily. Even once or twice a week can make a real difference.

It’s more about consistency over time – small, thoughtful check-ins that build confidence and insight.

Many leaders use it personally to role model reflection.

But some also bring the framework into team check-ins or coaching conversations – it encourages calm thinking, self-responsibility and shared understanding.

Yes – I offer team and organisational discounts. Just contact me for more details.

Around 5-10 minutes.

It’s designed to be simple and sustainable – even on your busiest days.

Yes. The journal draws on current research in reflection, goal-setting and self-regulation. You can explore more on the journal’s additional resources page.

The reason I originally created this as a paper journal is because hand-writing helps you to slow down, which is helpful for reflection.

In addition, research suggests that hand-writing can improve learning, knowledge retention and recall, which can help you to process your thoughts during the reflection process.

Of course, you can hand-write on a digital notebook too, but I have noticed that digital devices often come with in-built distractions, such as notifications or the ability to check your email.

For this reason, you might prefer a separate, dedicated physical journal for your reflection work and it may be more effective for you to get “in the zone” during the process.

Think of it as a short break from your devices, notifications and internet temptations!

This journal gives you structure. No blank-page overwhelm, no wondering what to write.

Just a clear, repeatable process to help you think clearly and take meaningful action.

No stress – every journal comes with a 30-day money back guarantee.

If it’s not for you, I’ll refund you. Simple as that.

Start Leading With More Clarity and Calm

You don’t need to push harder, overthink more, or wait for the perfect moment.
You just need a simple way to pause, reflect and take the next small step forward.

The Useful Thinking Journal gives you the space and structure to do that – gently, consistently, and in a way that fits your style of leadership.

Whether you’re overwhelmed by decisions or just want to be more intentional in your work, this journal will help you feel more in control and more like yourself again.

Choose your format and get started today

Digital (PDF Download) Printed (Shipped Journal)
Delivery Instant download Ships from Australia
Best for eReaders, Tablets or printing at home Writing by hand
Shipping cost None Calculated at checkout

$35 AUD / ~$22 USD / ~£16 GBP

Ordering 6 or more physical journals? Please contact us for volume pricing and a custom shipping quote.

You’ll select your version and pay in your currency on the next page.

Money Back Guarantee 200x180

Not satisfied? This product comes with a 30-day money back guarantee.