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The PLAN

Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius

Kendra Adachi

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Question 1 of 7
According to the book, what is a primary flaw of most traditional productivity systems?
  • A. They prioritize flexibility over measurable output.
  • B. They emphasize 'achievement at all costs' with a one-size-fits-all mentality.
  • C. They focus too heavily on emotional well-being rather than task completion.
  • D. They require expensive tools and complex tracking software.
Question 2 of 7
In the PLAN framework, what does the 'Live' stage emphasize?
  • A. Constantly striving to make every day your absolute best day.
  • B. Making sweeping, dramatic changes to immediately improve your circumstances.
  • C. Fully embracing your current season of life and adopting a mindset of contentment.
  • D. Observing your thoughts with compassion and creating inner spaciousness.
Question 3 of 7
How does the 'Adjust' phase of the PLAN framework align with the female menstrual cycle?
  • A. It corresponds to the Follicular Phase, where energy and creativity begin to bloom for new challenges.
  • B. It corresponds to Ovulation, which is perfect for high-energy tasks and public speaking.
  • C. It corresponds to the Menstrual Phase, where energy is lower and rest is prioritized.
  • D. It corresponds to the Luteal Phase, which brings a natural winding down and sharpens attention to detail.
Question 4 of 7
When creating a daily to-do list, what does the 'Lighten the Load' method suggest you do after brain-dumping your tasks?
  • A. Immediately tackle the most difficult task to build momentum.
  • B. Assign importance to each item and discard things you feel you merely 'should' do.
  • C. Delegate at least half of the items to colleagues or family members.
  • D. Schedule every task into rigid 15-minute time blocks for maximum efficiency.
Question 5 of 7
What unique element does monthly planning introduce compared to weekly planning in the PLAN framework?
  • A. It requires organizing tasks strictly by concrete deadlines rather than energy levels.
  • B. It focuses entirely on eliminating foreseeable distractions.
  • C. It offers a chance for deeper reflection by reviewing what went well and what drained your energy in the previous month.
  • D. It completely replaces the need for daily and weekly to-do lists.
Question 6 of 7
When your to-do list feels endless and everything seems equally urgent, how does the book recommend sorting your tasks?
  • A. Using a 'Now, Soon, Later, Never Mind' list to let go of non-critical items.
  • B. Grouping tasks by the physical location where they need to be completed.
  • C. Sorting them alphabetically to remove emotional attachment to the outcomes.
  • D. Categorizing them solely by the amount of money they will generate or save.
Question 7 of 7
What mindset shift does the author suggest when your plans unexpectedly fall apart?
  • A. Recognize that failed plans are a sign you need a stricter, more rigid schedule.
  • B. View plans as requirements rather than mere intentions.
  • C. Remember that plans are intentions, and failed plans do not reflect a personal failure on your part.
  • D. Immediately start over from scratch and double your daily output to catch up.

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The PLAN Summary & Overview

The PLAN (2024) offers a refreshing and compassionate perspective on time management, emphasizing integration and intentionality over mindless optimization and productivity. Using the PLAN – Prepare, Live, Adjust, and Notice – approach, readers are equipped to accomplish what matters most in each season of life. 

Who Should Listen to The PLAN?

  • Individuals who have struggled with traditional time management advice 
  • Anyone overwhelmed by productivity culture and craving a simpler approach
  • Working parents juggling work and home demands 

About the Author: Kendra Adachi

Kendra Adachi is an author and speaker known for her fresh, kind take on productivity and time management. Adachi hosts The Lazy Genius podcast and has written two previous New York Times bestsellers, The Lazy Genius Way and The Lazy Genius Kitchen. 

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