Kendra Adachi does it again! Her kind big sister energy lends this time management book a sense of compassion that is so lacking in the space.

Kendra’s voice of reason shines through and her book is a gift for working women. Thankful that her voice is heard and wisdom can be shared. Hoping for the plan volume 2!

I’ve read all of Kendra’s books and listen to her podcasts- I love how practical the Lazy Genius methods are and Plan It Is no different!!

It's nice to see a productivity book written by a woman. This one has some good info delivered in digestible chunks, but doesn't offer anything overly groundbreaking.

This is a quick read, written in Kendra Adachi's familiar voice with humorous references and informative breakdowns. I found that at times she does over explain a concept, and I had comprehended the idea long before she finished with her explanatory sentences. I definitely thought her ideas and broad strokes were helpful for me, and I also appreciated the detail she put into her ideas.

This is a good reference with reminders to set up a framework and not get bogged down when things don't go according to plan. Much of it was common sense, but a helpful reminder.

The Lazy Genius podcast/Instagram profile is one of my favorite life hacks for quick, easy ways to optimize your time and provides such practical tips and tricks to stay organized in the midst of chaos. Kendra Adachi writes her book The Plan: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius as a way to expand on these points and feels so natural, just like her podcast. She is relatable and the style is easy to read/implement into daily routines with bits of encouragement provided along the way. As I was reading, I did feel like parts of this book were redundant with other pieces of advice I've seen her discuss on other outlets (podcast, Instagram, other books), however they are good tidbits to implement nonetheless. Overall, I’d definitely recommend The Plan, especially to those new to Kendra's ideas/philosophies. Thanks to NetGalley for providing the ARC!

The Lazy Genius is one of my favorite productivity/life hack books so I was really excited to dive into this one, especially seeing Kendra’s excitement on social media about this book. I wasn’t far into it when I started thinking, “I don’t like this” but I wanted to stick with it to the end. Writing this review is agonizing truth be told. I initially wanted to at least give it at least 3 stars because I want to support Kendra’s work, but the reality is that I just really didn’t like this work. I’m sure there is an audience out there for this work, but I wasn’t it. This felt like a disconjointed, overly complicated version of the Lazy Genius with a lot of preaching about the patriarchy and how we need to plan around our cycles more (a point that I don’t disagree with but it felt overdone).

While this work wasn’t my jam, I’d still recommend her others!

As a regular listener of Kendra Adachi’s Lazy Genius podcast, I was excited to dive into her book The Plan: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius—and I wasn’t disappointed. The book felt like a natural continuation of the podcast, with Kendra’s signature warmth and relatable style coming through on every page. Her personality shines in a way that makes it feel like she’s right there with you, offering practical advice and encouraging words.

I found many of the tips to be highly practical and useful, especially for anyone looking to bring a little more structure and efficiency to their days without sacrificing their well-being. Kendra's approach to time management is all about embracing what works for you and letting go of the pressure to do things perfectly. For me, that mindset has been a game-changer.

That said, as someone who’s read several books on similar topics and listened to her podcast regularly, there were moments in The Plan where I felt like I’d heard some of the advice before. While this didn't diminish the book's value, it did make certain sections feel a bit repetitive. However, I think that for readers new to the Lazy Genius way, this book would be a fantastic introduction, offering fresh insights and a great starting point for managing time in a more intentional and less stressful way.

Overall, I’d rate The Plan a solid 4 stars. It’s a must-read for anyone who is just discovering the Lazy Genius philosophy or looking to take their time management to the next level. Thanks to NetGalley for providing the ARC!

If you’re looking for a book to help you start the new year with purpose and clarity, The Plan by Kendra Adachi is a must-read. Known as The Lazy Genius, Adachi excels at breaking down overwhelming concepts into manageable steps, and this book is no exception. Whether you want to streamline your routines, pursue a dream, or focus on what matters most, The Plan offers practical and flexible guidance.

As a fan of Adachi’s previous books and her insightful Lazy Genius podcast, I’ve learned so much from her relatable approach. In The Plan, she builds on that foundation, providing frameworks to create systems tailored to your real life—not an Instagram-perfect version of it.

What sets this book apart is its encouragement to start where you are. Adachi’s conversational tone makes her advice accessible and empowering, offering tools to clarify priorities and create realistic, sustainable plans. At the start of a new year, when the pressure to overhaul everything can feel overwhelming, The Plan serves as a gentle reminder to focus on what truly matters.

If you’ve enjoyed Adachi’s previous work or are seeking a fresh perspective on planning and prioritizing, this book is an excellent choice.

Thank you to Convergent Books for my free review copy.

I am so grateful I received the ARC for this book. Not only did I read it, I bought it for myself, the library, and friends. So many business books and advice books read by women are not written with women in mind, and it shows. The advice and guidance in this book is incredibly practical, thoughtful, and helpful. I'm a new fan of the author and have already picked up her other books and started on her podcast.

I really loved this book! It was full of simple ways that can organize and focus. There is a huge mental load in woman/mom life when it comes to taking care of all the things for family, career, homes and more. I thought this was a great way to deal with it all.

The PLAN by Kendra Adachi:
I love Kendra and live by many of her Lazy Genius principles, so I was stoked to get my hands on an early copy of this before it came out in October. I started it very gung-ho and then stalled hard. It was repetitive at times but, ultimately, a wildly compassionate book about time management. Some of the pep talks at the end had me in actual tears imagining Kendra was talking directly to me and my struggle to do it all.

I think it would work better as a reference guide than to be read like a novel – I know I’ll return to it many times for guidance and a supportive pep talk when I get muddled and forget to focus on what matters.

The Lazy Genius delivers again simple ways that can organize and focus the endless mind chatter and mental load that women face day to day in families, career, and oftentimes, both.

Kendra Adachi is the best friend we all deserve. She sees you and gives it to you straight while also treating you with grace and kindness. I discovered Kendra through her first book, The Lazy Genius Way, and truly found her to be a genius at providing self-help advice that actually helps. I implemented many of her 13 Lazy Genius principles into my own life, and subsequently found myself spending more time on the things that matter, and less time on the things that don't. As a whole, my life functions better, thanks to Kendra!

But, such is life that there's always room for improvement. Therefore, when I learned that Kendra had written a new self-help book, The PLAN, I was eager to pick it up. Aptly titled, The PLAN is definitely a book for all of the planners out there. Anyone who loves to have actionable steps to achieve a goal will glean something from this book.

The letters in The PLAN stand for prepare, live, adjust, and notice, and are steps readers can take to live better in whatever season they are in. While Kendra stresses throughout this book that you do not need to create elaborate systems to get things done, I did find the number of systems and strategies provided in this book in relation to the PLAN to be a bit overwhelming and difficult to follow. I listened to this title as an audiobook, and while I greatly loved and appreciated being "spoken to" by Kendra herself (she truly comes across like your BFF), I do think that this book is better digested in small doses through the written word. Kendra herself suggests that you jump around in the book and pick and choose what works for you in your current season, and I absolutely agree with her because the amount of good advice provided in this book is staggering.

Plans aside, Kendra's The PLAN is also therapy, giving women permission to take up space and stand in their truth. She acknowledges the unique struggles and circumstances that women face, and helps them work through them with kindness and compassion.

If you are new to Kendra, check out The Lazy Genius Way first. Those who are already familiar with The Lazy Genius Way and who want to build upon Kendra's principles, are encouraged to do so with The PLAN.

I finished The Lazy Genius Way earlier this year and it came at the right time. The Plan was the perfect follow up for me as I’m trying to navigate how I plan and organize because my life has changed (in good ways), but how I get things done cannot be done in the same way I’ve always done. It’s been a good adjustment and The Plan gave me some direction on how to make the changes wisely.

Loved this book!! So glad I had the opportunity to read it. This is an excellent way to think differently about planning for the future and so much less pressure.

Empowering, fun, and really helpful! The lazy genius method appeals to me (and maybe everyone I know) as we hold on during these busy days of life! I found the hacks and tips helpful to boost my productivity during overwhelm. What made this book different, in my opinion, was the realistic approach it took. I love other books in this tone, but I felt their tips and advice would slip out of my hands during really busy and stressful seasons. This book felt more usable and realistic.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Like Kendra Adachi’s other books, The Plan is a book I can see myself going back to again and again. There are a lot of nuggets of wisdom in here. I found surprisingly fresh takes on the productivity industry and the unique challenges that women face in orchestrating all the things.

Kendra Adachi brings warmth and practicality to The PLAN, offering a refreshing and approachable guide to organizing your life without the overwhelm. Adachi’s advice feels like chatting with a wise friend—encouraging, realistic, and deeply relatable. She focuses on creating a plan that works for you, rather than forcing you into rigid systems, which makes it feel empowering rather than prescriptive. It’s a quick read packed with actionable tips, perfect for anyone looking to bring more intention and clarity to their daily routine.

The Plan is a breath of fresh air. As a woman who is in the middle of an ongoing medical crisis, the gentle & practical approach to time mangement that Kendra shares in The Plan just makes sense!
FINALLY!
What a relief to have this kind of book offer hope.
It's organized well, written in Kendra's incredible voice, and a very much needed message in today's productivity obsessed culture.