Love me a Kendra Adachi book! This one takes an interesting angle of being a planning and organizational book specifically for women - and with that, she brings up some interesting points that I don’t think I’ve ever read in this type of book before (like being mindful of different weeks of your cycle & how your to-do list and goals might need to be adjusted to go along with that). As with her other books, I feel like this one is not supposed to be read in one sitting, but used as more of a reference (which I totally think she caveats in the beginning of the book). I read it with Kendra’s voice in my mind (since I’m a huge podcast fan of hers!) & so that kept me reading, even tho it was a lot to digest all at once. The book seems to take all of KA’s principals and advice and show readers that you can basically apply it to every area of your life. I got a lot of great ideas and felt pretty motivated reading it!

I really loved this helpful and practical guide to planning your life- by focusing on what matters most! It extends the Lazy Genius model into planning. Although some of it doesn't work or apply to me personally, the whole point is that "everything" doesn't work for "everybody"- but this framework is a fantastic way of thinking what does work for you. I especially love the pep talks at the end for so many possible questions/moments in life, and the sum up at the end for when I wanted some actionable fast advice to summarize what I had read. I've already started implementing many of her ideas into my current bullet journaling planning framework, and re-thinking how I envision looking ahead on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis. This is real and usable, especially for women. As Adachi writes- the vast majority of planning books are by men and for men, and women's lives just don't always work like the "ideal" world. We are living in the real and the now, but that doesn't mean we can't also set in place goals and ways to make our lives more doable.

Love this book, another win for Adachi! In her first book she introduced us to the Lazy Genius method. Her second book helped us to apply the method to our kitchens and food-related labor. Now she encourages us to adopt a kind approach and values-focused lens to our schedules. I came away with a determination to only schedule what really matters to me and an assurance that its okay not to get some things done as long as I still feel like myself at the end of the day.

This book is a breath of fresh air! I really, really really hope this book finds its audience. Lots of things to ponder here, but suffice to say this isn't the typical "self help" book that doesn't meet you where you are and expects you to hop on a treadmill of doing and doing and faster and faster.

I've already pre-ordered a copy for a friend and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a more mindful and effective way to approach their goals and just living life! Thank you, NetGalley, for providing me with this gem.

I have been a huge fan of Kendra Adachi for many years now as a loyal podcast listener, member of The Neighborhood, and a whole hearted believer in the Lazy Genius Way. I have even called her my unofficial life coach. I pre-ordered a physical copy the second I heard the announcement. I was so so excited to be able to preview the digital version on NetGalley. I poured over every chapter and took copious notes. It actually took me a long time to write this review because at one point I was so overwhelmed with helpful information I had to stop. Not finishing the whole book immediately gave me time to implement the ideas so I could come back and absorb the rest later. I know Kendra would support my "Start Small" method in this!

The PLAN is a time management book unlike any you've ever read. In the first part of the book, Kendra introduces actually achievable, life-giving principles that will help you learn what matters to you and how you can make it happen. It is filled with grace and compassion for the challenges we face living as women and human beings in general. In the second section, The PLAN embeds the principles within practical strategies to plan your day, week, month, and season. She teaches you how to make a better to do list and how to plan for our goals, dreams, and life projects. Part three is a set of "Pep Talks" for a myriad of common life and planning pitfalls. I didn't think I needed this section. I was wrong. The realness Kendra exudes in her encouraging words made me feel like she was literally in my brain reading my thoughts. This section made me want to preorder a few more books for friends that I know these words would speak to.

From beginning to end, The PLAN is phenomenal book. You will laugh. You will feel seen. You will free like you have the ability and permission to make meaningful changes in how you live your life.

Thank you to Convergent Books, NetGalley, and Kendra for giving me the opportunity to review this advanced copy. I can't wait to get my physical copy and highlight it from cover to cover with a fresh set of mildliners!

"The Plan" strikes the perfect balance between being an understanding friend and a motivating coach. It offers both a reassuring hug and practical, actionable tips for managing time. More than just a scheduling guide, it’s filled with eye-opening insights ("truth bombs") that explain why time management can feel so challenging for women. It reassures readers that they’re not crazy, flawed, or weak for struggling with this, and then offers a better approach—not just for planning days, but for truly living well. I'm incredibly thankful for this book, and I know it will be a resource I return to again and again.

A realistic and kind approach for planning and managing life in a world where even our personal lives are graded on achievement and production. In her book, Kendra Adachi reminds us to not be so focused on a future goal that we miss the “good [that] is here right now.” A necessary and encouraging read for everyone who wants to learn how to live fully as we pivot and change with the reality of life.

Kendra talks to you like a friend or big sister. She is kind, practical, and helpful. This book was a joy to read!

The PLAN reads like your big sister who has all the answers, while also admitting she actually doesn’t, giving you a big pep talk, a stern talking to, and a hug all at the same time. As an avid fan of the Lazy Genius podcast, I can literally hear Kendra narrating this book in my head, but for those who haven’t listened to the podcast yet, her voice is still so apparent. She’s constantly reminding you to start small, go slow and calling out my brain as it immediately wants to switch back to optimizing mode instead of integration mode. I finished this book on a Thursday and by Sunday I was already pulling it back out to remind myself how to plan my week. A must read for women who just want to figure out a better way to live!

Do you find yourself desperately reaching for yet another time management hoping this one will be the magical one that finally helps you get your $*it together and become a Real Adult? The PLAN is the book I'd been waiting my whole adult life for. Kendra, in her kind yet firm Big Sister voice explains that the Time Management Industries real goal is to make money and that trying to achieve Big Five Year Goals so you can finally have the Perfect Life made of Perfect Days is not all its cracked up to be. Kendra will meet you where you are and teach you to plan and live the life you want, one small gentle step at a time. Funny and insightful, this book also brought me to tears and called for moments to sit with a startling revelation. The book is packed with useful tools, but Kendra will be the first to ask you not to let it overwhelm you. There's even a section on how to start, pep talks, and a handy reference guide.

I absolutely loved The PLAN: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius! Kendra Adachi's approach is both refreshing and relatable, especially because it’s written by a woman for women. Her focus on prioritizing what really matters, listening to your own needs, allowing for flexibility, and nurturing yourself resonates deeply. This book isn’t about rigid schedules but about finding what works best for you, which is both empowering and practical. If you're looking for a time management guide that feels personal and genuine, this is it!

I have been a long-time listener of Kendra’s podcast and really enjoyed THE LAZY GENIUS WAY. I was eager to pick up THE PLAN and it made for a quick read. I love how Kendra is blazing a trail for women in the predominantly male space of time management and productivity. It was helpful that she pointed out the way the patriarchy has hindered women and made us feel “less than” in our time management pursuits. I especially appreciate how she encouraged women to listen to their bodies and coordinate our rhythms of productivity with our monthly menstruation cycle. Her advice felt like a warm, encouraging, hug from a friend and I appreciated her perspective.

My only quibble is small: It is very evident that Kendra *loves* a good acronym. While I love a clever acronym as much as the next girl, even I got a bit overwhelmed with the many abbreviations introduced here.

Overall this was a practical read that will resonate with many women!

RATING: 4/5
PUB DATE: October 8, 2024

Many thanks to NetGalley and Convergent Books for the electronic ARC in exchange for an honest review.

There is a lot packed into this book! It might be better used as a reference to come back to versus trying to digest all of the information in one reading. There is definitely good material, but it seemed to get lost in the repetitive, acronym-laden shuffle.

I think the summaries at the end of each chapter were the most helpful. I wish the whole book had been a little more succinct like that. I had high hopes, and ultimately was left a bit disappointed.

Thank you to NetGalley and Convergent for the eARC.

This was FANTASTIC. It's easy to think that everything possible has been said about time management in the 87 million books already published, but Kendra Adachi approaches it from a completely different perspective - a woman's! Hallelujah! - and presents a new and refreshing - and forgiving! - way for women to organize their time. I loved this book. So many eye-opening moments. So much grace. So incredibly valuable.

Everything Kendra Adachi writes resonates with me deeply. I appreciate her no-nonsense, kind, and tender approach to organization and planning. Her care for her family, friends, and herself is what sets her writing apart from the crowd. This book, offering time-management skills and processes for women specifically, is a gem. She looks at the common issues and stresses particular to women and compassionately offers a different path than the “try harder,” “achieve greatness,” one most often praised.

I will say there was a fair amount of discussion about how the methods of time-management currently offered are for a man’s world and that women need something different. I could see this being off-putting or off-brand for longtime fans of the Lazy Genius, but it didn’t affect the ultimate value I found in the book.

Reading The PLAN was like taking a deep breath. I could sense Kendra saying throughout the entire book, “you’re doing great.” She confronts so many of my personal tendencies. I can definitely relate to the catastrophic, everything is awful, black trash bag energy. I can become quite black-and-white, all-or-nothing when under stress, and the exercises and pep-talks in this book combat that line of thinking and encourage starting small instead of the common “go big or go home.” Well, I think I’d rather go home, actually. And that’s what The PLAN is, a call to be at home with oneself, to tend to oneself, and to let that core value be the guiding principle in every arena of life.

This one had a lot of information and it was hard for me to conceptualize or practice all of it with a digital copy. I’m looking forward to seeing the information on a printed page in the future. This book is practical, informative, and funny. I feel like Kendra is my biggest fan cheering me on, and without knowing her personally, I’ve become one of hers.

I loved this book! It was so informative, helpful and practical! Adachi gives real life ways on how to simplify, organize, and make the most out of your time. The way she writes you feel like you are having a conversation with a friend, you feel heard and valued. I found myself taking notes while reading. It was a worthwhile purchase and I would recommend it to anyone!

In typical Kendra fashion, I love the permission she gives to live in your season and make a kind plan for your life. Too often life plans have been too “big black trash bag energy” as she says and less starting small, and being kind. This book makes me feel like I can have a solid plan, and roadmap that creates more inner peace.

I found this book absolutely game changing in the area of time management. Somehow it never occurred to me that time management books are typically not geared toward women. Adachi has filled a void with quality ideas and useful techniques to manage the almost unmanageable. I am recommending this book to everyone I know.

I like that this book exists, because we need more motivational books written by women for women. I don't know if I connected with everything in the book, though. I think there are some good nuggets of information, and I like the overall concept of the book, but I don't know if I walked away feeling confident in the strategies.

I read this book via ebook and I wonder if it might have clicked more if I listened to it on audiobook.

THIS BOOK!

I literally want to buy a million copies and just hand them out to every busy mom I see trying to juggle life while pushing a screaming toddler through Costco, because yes you need milk, chicken nuggets, toilet paper, a rotisserie chicken and of course a $1.50 hot dog and your kid won't cooperate. This book could change lives... truly, changing our mindset from the busy busy busy more more more mentality we have been born and raised in.

Kendra for president!