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Time Blocking Basics
Plan your day with time blocks
This guide describes setting priorities, creating calendar blocks for deep and shallow work, adding buffers, and doing quick daily reviews to keep the schedule realistic.
- time blocking
- productivity
- planning
- calendar
- focus
Pick priorities
List the top outcomes for the day before blocking time.
Create blocks
Schedule deep work first, then meetings and admin; keep blocks realistic.
Add buffers
Leave space for overruns and breaks to avoid cascading delays.
Review and adjust
End the day with a 5-minute review and re-block for tomorrow.