How Smart Execs Design Their Week for Maximum Output
How top execs design their weeks to protect energy, reduce noise, and lead with intentional focus — not just full calendars
Smart executives don’t just manage time — they design their energy. Instead of reacting to tasks as they come, they theme their days (e.g., Monday for strategy, Tues–Thurs for deep work and key meetings, Friday for reviews and catch-up) to reduce context switching and increase focus. Their calendar includes three types of time: fixed (must-do priorities), flexible (admin or batch work), and flow (open space for thinking and creativity). Mornings are protected for deep, impactful work — email and Slack can wait. At week’s end, they reflect on what drained or energized them and make one small tweak to improve. This ritual — paired with a one-hour “Design My Week” block every Sunday or Monday — helps them lead with intention and output. Your calendar isn’t just a to-do list; it’s a blueprint for better focus.