The Lazy Genius Podcast #431 - 5 Things to Avoid When Planning a Busy Season
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Aug 18, 2025 As the busy season approaches, it's essential to navigate planning wisely. The discussion highlights five common pitfalls to avoid for a smoother experience. Emphasizing personal values, listeners learn to prioritize relationships over relentless productivity. The conversation even touches on simple breakfast solutions for hectic mornings. Above all, choosing kindness and mindfulness can transform stress into a more balanced approach to life. Perfect for anyone feeling the pressures of a packed schedule!
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Plan Shorter Windows
- Avoid planning too far out when a season starts because many detailed plans never happen as expected.
- Instead, plan on a smaller scale (e.g., plan only through the next few weeks) and stash bigger items in a playbook for later.
Fix One Small Problem First
- Don't try to systemize everything at once during a busy season because large swings rarely stick.
- Solve one small problem at a time and build systems slowly so they actually work for your life.
Carpool Planning Didn’t Stick
- Kendra describes her attempt to plan carpools for an entire semester using large paper and highlighters, which failed due to changes.
- The example shows how grand systemizing often collapses under real-life variability.
