Winning the Week

Most people start their Monday in reaction mode, checking emails, scrambling through meetings, and responding to last-minute tasks. But here’s a powerful truth:

A productive week doesn’t happen by chance. It happens by choice.

Whether you’re managing a team, building your business, or growing your career, how you plan your week sets the tone for everything else.

Let me share a bit of my story.

I graduated in 2013, excited, uncertain, and eager to land my first job. I didn’t have a grand master plan, just a desire to learn and grow. My first job taught me more than just work skills; it taught me the value of discipline, structure, and planning ahead. I quickly realized that success wasn’t about being busy, it was about being intentional with my time.

That’s when I started applying a weekly planning routine. It helped me manage my workload, show up with confidence, and slowly build momentum in my career. Fast forward to today, I still use this same approach, refined over the years and it has been a game changer.

Here’s the 5-step weekly planning framework I use and recommend to my clients:

✅ 1. Review the Past Week

Before moving forward, take 10 minutes to reflect:

• What went well?

• What could’ve gone better?

• What’s still pending?

This gives you clarity and helps you avoid repeating the same mistakes.

🧭 2. Reconnect with Your Goals

Look at your short- and long-term goals. Ask:

• What must I move forward this week?

• What’s aligned with my big-picture priorities?

Focus on progress, not just activity.

📆 3. Block Your Priorities

Use time blocking to carve out space for:

• Deep work (strategy, planning, creation)

• Meetings (limit them if you can)

• Personal time (family, workouts, breaks)

If it’s not on your calendar, it probably won’t happen.

💬 4. Communicate Early

Reach out to clients, teammates, or family members ahead of time:

• Set expectations.

• Clarify deadlines.

• Avoid misalignment.

Proactive communication prevents reactive firefighting.

🌱 5. Leave Room to Breathe

Life happens. Unexpected things will pop up. Leave at least 10–20% of your week unplanned to manage surprises with calm and confidence.

Remember: You don’t need to control everything, just the next most important thing.

This week, plan with purpose. Prioritize what matters. And leave room for growth.

You’ve got this. 💼

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