The Productivity Show Plan Your Week Before It Plans You
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Dec 17, 2025 Many people find their weeks overwhelming because they react instead of plan. Learn the art of intentional weekly planning to prioritize effectively. Discover the ideal time for planning, how to gather past tasks for clarity, and the importance of blocking time for focus. Avoid the trap of overloading your schedule by striving for small, consistent wins. Embrace disruptions as a natural part of life and refine your approach week by week to enhance your productivity.
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Pick A Realistic Planning Time
- Choose a realistic, distraction-free time slot for weekly planning and experiment until one sticks.
- Schedule the planning session regularly so consistency beats following a “should” like Friday afternoons.
Scan Last Week For Must-Do Items
- Skim last week's notes and your to-do list for promises, tasks, and calendar items that jump out.
- Identify what you must do and three priority tasks to focus on this week.
Block Time Around What’s Already Scheduled
- Build your week around existing appointments and realistic energy windows, then block time for priorities.
- Put your must-do and top three tasks on the calendar before those slots fill up.