"Action Method" products were inspired by Behance's research of especially productive teams in the creative industry. Hundreds of individuals and teams were interviewed, and Behance chronicled the work habits and best practices of creative leaders. The paper products were initially designed by and for the Behance team as a way to stay organized. In 2007, at the insistence of friends who wanted Action Pads of their own, we expanded the line and made it available online and through select stores like the Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco.
What started as an experiment became an entire line of products to help creative professionals boost productivity and make ideas happen. Today, the products are used by leaders across the creative industries, including freelance fashion designers, advertising executives, and entrepreneurs.
The Action Method was designed to help us push projects forward by organizing our ideas and focusing on action steps. View tips for using the Action Method at The 99%. An accordion-style pamphlet on how to practice the Action Method also accompanies every product.
Action Pad
$8.00
The Action Pad was designed by the Behance team and is based on the Action Method. The distinct zones on each page provide a flexible template to get the most out of everyday meetings and brainstorms, with a focus on action steps. (see usage guidelines below).
Your Passion is your work, treat it well. The Action Pad is made of 80lb Premium Blend paper with a subtle texture (30% post-consumer recycled), printed full bleed, padded, and perforated along with a three-hole punch.
Your Passion is your work, treat it well. The Action Pad is made of 80lb Premium Blend paper with a subtle texture (30% post-consumer recycled), printed full bleed, padded, and perforated along with a three-hole punch.
Technical Specifications
- Pages: 40
- Size: 8.5" x 10.5"
- Paper: 80lb Premium Blend
- Binding: Perfect Bound
Available Pantone® Colors
- PMS Warm Grey 1U
- PMS 151U
- PMS 629U
Usage Guidelines
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1 Capture Action steps, relentlessly.
During a brainstorm/meeting or on the run, ideas can come and go unless they are captured as action steps. -
2 Tend to your Backburner.
Keep a "Backburner" to catch ideas that may someday become actions. Whether it is an idea for the future or some small errand you want to remember, put it in the backburner and then forget about it.
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3 Think beyond lines and boxes.
The dot grid on the front and back of each page serves as a subtle guide for your notations and sketches. -
P Preparation and Focus Items.
Plan for meetings beforehand and be sure to address your focus items.
Product Sample PDF
History Of Action Method Products
Testimonials
"Personally, the Action Pad looks like a piece of planning nirvana. Nothing is wasted, so you can squeeze every last bit of creative goodness on to the paper. The product itself is truly productive..." -LifeDev
"...maybe with Behance's stylish notebooks and action-oriented index cards and stickers, we can finally look sexy while accomplishing work. Say 'action!'" -Yahoo! Picks
"...smart pads, notebooks, and stickers that help spring good ideas into action. Gives a whole new meaning to office supplies." -Daily Candy
"...maybe with Behance's stylish notebooks and action-oriented index cards and stickers, we can finally look sexy while accomplishing work. Say 'action!'" -Yahoo! Picks
"...smart pads, notebooks, and stickers that help spring good ideas into action. Gives a whole new meaning to office supplies." -Daily Candy
Who's Using?
Loyal users of the Action Pad include design studios, freelance fashion designers, advertising executives, and entrepreneurs.
