How to Plan Your Week in 30 Minutes
Step 1: Capture everything in one list
Start by collecting tasks, deadlines, and ideas in one place. Avoid scheduling yet; this pass is only for visibility.
Step 2: Pick your top outcomes
Choose 2–4 outcomes that would make the week feel successful. Everything else becomes secondary work.
Step 3: Assign tasks to realistic days
Place high-focus tasks where you usually have energy. Keep at least one light day for overflow and interruptions.
Pro tip: Use a weekly planner task manager so your plan and execution stay connected in one workflow.
Step 4: Review daily, re-plan weekly
Do a quick end-of-day check, then run this full process once per week. This keeps your system simple and sustainable.
Free weekly planning template (interactive)
Work through all four planning steps, then export your weekly plan for offline use.