This is a fabulous anti-time management book. I was nodding along through the first few pages, as it completely resonated. The concepts we are taught for time management don't work for women and this book clearly explains why and what to do instead. I can see it being game changing for some readers, so if you're struggling with how to do it all, this is the last book you'll ever need to tell you how to get your life back into control. Highly recommended.

Elizabeth Harrin, author of Managing Multiple Projects. I received an ARC of this book.

If you're a woman who wants to learn how to manage your time better, pick this book up! I started reading this book because I am a big follower of Kendra's Lazy Genius Way Method and book. When I saw the eArc on NetGalley, I was excited to see what Kendra had to say about time management. I love her writing style - it makes for an easy, relatable read.

I feel like I have a pretty good grip on time management in my current season of life but we do have a big move coming up. I found strategies in this book to use to help me break down the chaos of the million things that need to get done before we move. I especially found the chapter on Projects to be helpful. I just need to remember to name what matters, and break it down into smaller pieces.

This is definitely a book that I'll go back to reference again and again.

I have been guilty of listening to podcasts, reading books or buying planners in pretty regular 'let's organise my life' phases so I was really interested in how Kendra would approach this in her book having been a fan of the lazy genius podcast for a few years.

Kendra's book looks at how to move away from that January or start of the week energy into sustainable steps that you can take, and put down and pick up, without having to reinvent the wheel each time.

Almost everyone by now has seen the online clip where someone divulges that the 'secret' to a lot of self hep guys and productivity gurus amazing time management is simply that they have a wife!! It was nice to read a productivity book for women by women, which acknowledged that our lives do not, and cannot, look the same as theirs. I mean it was the first productivity book I have ever read which acknowledged and addressed the massive impact that our hormones have in our lives and how they can't simply be disregarded. Instead you should, as far as you can, factor them in and not feel guilty about doing what actually serves you.

I really enjoyed the book and I feel like I will come back to it as priorities and seasons change and will continue to benefit from the book and it's approach for years to come.

Thank you to NetGalley and Convergent Books for providing me with an e-ARC copy of this book.

The PLAN by Kendra J. Adachi is a refreshing look at time management. I found myself nodding along as the author talked about how different time management is for women. I took lots of notes as I moved through each chapter. I feel inspired to reframe my time and make it count in ways that are perfect for me! I enjoyed the friendly and thoughtful writing style. This is one I need to buy in paperback, as I know I will go through it again and again. Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and author, for an advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

Kendra’s words in both books and her podcast have been such a gift to me, offering both kindness and practical frameworks and principles to help with all that life can throw at us. When I heard the announcement for this book I was so excited, and I was even more excited to get an eARC from NetGalley so I could read it early. I wanted to both race through it and take it slowly, trying things out as I went along, and will certainly come back to this book as a reference guide, for practical help, and for the pep talks and Kind Big Sister Energy that Kendra has so graciously offered to us! This is a book worth buying to have on hand and to give as a gift to the women in your life who feel overwhelmed but can’t just quit everything (which, unfortunately, is a lot of us).

Kendra does it again! Loved how thoughtful and practical this book was. It’s filled with reasonable advice that adapts to your life, goals and priorities. It was written for *women* and that was absolutely clear through out. I love the Midwest shift of having your productivity follow you monthly cycle. Work WITH your body, not against. There are so many productivity books out there, but this one stands out supreme if you’re a mom or a woman trying to navigate the pressures coming in all directions.

The Plan offers a gentle, feminine focused perspective on time management from lazy genius Kendra Adachi. I enjoyed the unique approach described here. I recommend this book for any woman struggling to do it all, be all, and fit it all in,

Thanks to NetGalley and Convergent books for providing a copy of The Plan for my review,

Everything Kendra writes makes the world a better place. With the perfect blend of calling out, calling in, and Lazy Genius grace, Kendra asks us to reframe how we think about time, energy, and patriarchy. I will reference this book over and over and am so grateful that in a world plagued with Harrison Betkers, we get to counter with Kendra Adachis.

"The Plan for Kendra" by J. Adachi is an insightful and heartwarming novel that delves into the life of Kendra, a woman determined to navigate the complexities of personal and professional growth. Adachi's storytelling is both engaging and relatable, capturing the nuances of Kendra's struggles and aspirations with authenticity and warmth. The novel's pacing is well-balanced, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in Kendra's journey toward self-discovery and fulfillment. The characters are richly developed, each contributing to Kendra's evolution in meaningful ways. Adachi's prose is clear and evocative, making "The Plan for Kendra" a compelling read for anyone seeking a story about perseverance, self-improvement, and the power of having a well-thought-out plan. This book is a perfect pick for fans of contemporary fiction who appreciate a mix of heart and practicality in their reading.

Have you felt like you've tried all the right planning things but you still find yourself starting over because your best efforts aren't enough? Kendra Adachi, creator of The Lazy Genius Way system of prioritizing your life, brings us a new way to rethink planning in The PLAN.

Kendra's take on planning differs from most productivity & self-help books I've read in the best of ways. Rather than berating yourself for not doing enough to pursue the future of your dreams, Kendra brings a new viewpoint to help you live today in the way that is kindest to you while still accomplishing what you need and want to do. This book isn't meant to be read and applied all at once, but rather it is a book that I will return to over and over as I slowly integrate these ideas into my own life. There are also pep talks to continue to motivate you when life gets hard, and a reference sheet at the tend for those times when you just want a quick refresher. I will most definitely be purchasing a physical copy to go back to over the years.

* I will post to my Instagram closer to the review date.

This one is for the recovering perfectionists out there. Kendra has a knack for explaining things how my brain can understand them, with an emphasis on being kind to myself.

I've read Kendra's other two books about lazy geniusing life and the kitchen and enjoyed them both. I have also listened to almost every episode of her podcast, so I was excited to read this book early.

I found it shocking that most time management books are written by men to the tune of 93%. Kendra is writing to the women with full lives and schedules in this book. My favorite chapter was 17 about planning projects. It was just what I needed to hear.

Read this if you:
Need older sister pep talks
Would like a different, softer view of time management
Want a woman's perspective of how to plan your week, month, season, etc.
Enjoy acronyms

As with all Lazy Genius content, I was eager to get into this book. I found it to be a much gentler approach to time management than most of what's out there, and appreciated the ways she wove in the realities of life, such as tending to other people's urgent needs and considering your energy levels each day. I liked the frameworks suggested for planning a day, week and month; I practice these types of planning already, but will be adding some new elements thanks to this book. My only critique is the various acronyms/jargon were, to me, disjointed. I think this was because she was suggesting multiple options vs. one planning system, but I got a little lost in the terminology.
Overall, a useful read with techniques I plan to employ right away. Thanks for access to this ARC!

I appreciate Lazy Genius, and this was lovely. I wish I had gotten it on audio, as I love the podcast as well. The footnotes were both entertaining and informative. A thoughtful reflection on planning and life. Thanks for the ARC!

Thanks to NetGalley and Convergent books for the arc of this book.

I am not particularly drawn to non-fiction self help books but this didn’t read like one of those. I have listened to Kendra’s podcast and I like her vibe. She is gracious, relatable and her framework is different than anything else I’ve ever read. None of her content in this book is judgey or shamey.
I especially loved the chapter on how to build tasks around your menstrual cycle. Genius. I’ve never thought of that before, and it makes so much sense. Also reminds me that so many self- help books are written by men and of course they don’t have the same reality as me.

This book was somewhat tricky for me to review. I think it offers good advice, and I love that it is geared towards women and takes into account things like your cycle, unlike other time management books. I think where I struggled is that maybe this book isn’t as helpful to me in my current stage of life as Kendra’s other books have been. I could definitely see revisiting it down the road under different life circumstances. I do like that Kendra recommends working your way through this book a little slower or just a section at a time as needed. I read through the whole thing in a couple days, skimming some sections, to search for the parts that might be more relevant for me at this time, and it was definitely an overwhelming amount of information or steps doing it that way if you were to try to implement. Overall, I would recommend this book to women who are struggling with time management and will likely pick it up again in the future.

I love this book SO MUCH. Kendra provides such clear, rational, thoughtful, and helpful information and cheerleads (in the best way) the entire time. She provides the perfect amount of empathy and empowerment -- like a good friend sitting with you, giving tough love, and big hugs. The best part of the plan is that it is makes sense (!) and is actionable. This is bound to be a re-read and a little reminder as we continue to move through our (often chaotic and sometimes noisy) days. Thanks to Kendra Adachi, NetGalley, and Penguin Random House for the advanced copy and opportunity to share my thoughts.

Fans of Kendra Adachi, aka The Lazy Genius, will devour her latest book, The Plan, and hopefully will get some good advice along the way. Ms. Adachi is an expert at pumping people up to live their best, most organized and most “genius” lives while cutting as many corners as possible. Her Lazy Genius Way became a motivational phenomenon a few years back, and, no doubt, The Plan will be as well.

Kendra’s books just keep getting better. Each one is so wildly helpful, but this one is her seminal work. So incredibly helpful and gentle in the grace it affords the reader. This is a must read for all busy, striving, overwhelmed women.

This was so great! Helpful and funny and a good read. I like Kendra Adachi's podcast and am so glad I could read this book!

Thank you NetGalley and Kendra Adachi!

I loved Kendra J. Adachi's "Lazy Genius" book so was eager to read "The Plan." This book is more detailed than "Lazy Genius" and adds in more details and women-specific advice. I think it's a great read for anyone who would prefer to focus on living a life of contentment and joy over trying hard to achieve perfection. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
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