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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.

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.

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