Designing a Weekly Plan
Introduction
Once you understand the value of Focus Time, Admin Time, and Rest Time, the next step is to organize them into a weekly plan.
Without a plan, you live reactively—responding to whatever comes your way. With a plan, you live proactively—choosing what matters most.
Why a Weekly Plan Matters
Daily plans often fail because they are too short-sighted. A weekly plan allows you to:
- Balance different priorities (work, study, health, relationships).
- Adjust for unexpected events without losing momentum.
- See the “big picture” of where your time is going.
The Three Pillars of a Strong Weekly Plan
- Priority Tasks (Non-Negotiables)
- These are the 2–3 most important outcomes for the week.
- Example: Finish one project draft, complete three workouts, or review two chapters.
- Energy Alignment
- Place your most demanding tasks at your highest-energy times.
- Example: If mornings are your peak energy, reserve them for focus work.
- Flexibility (Buffer Time)
- Don’t fill every hour. Leave room for adjustments.
- Without buffer, small delays create big stress.
Activity: Create Your Weekly Plan
- Write down your top 3 priorities for this week.
- Block focus hours in your calendar for them.
- Add in admin and rest/recharge slots.
- Leave at least 10–15% of your time as “flex buffer.”
Conclusion
A weekly plan doesn’t have to be perfect—it just needs to give you clarity and direction.
When you know your top priorities, align them with your energy, and leave space for flexibility, you stop being busy and start being effective.
✨ Remember: “A goal without a plan is just a wish. A weekly plan turns wishes into action.”
In the next module, we’ll dive into Strategic Thinking Skills—powerful mental models that help you solve problems smarter.