One hour of Friday reflection saves five hours of Monday confusion. This weekly review walks you through your wins, your workspace, and your priorities for the week ahead.
What’s Inside
- Week review: top wins, incomplete tasks and why, distractions that cost the most time
- Workspace check: ergonomics, cable order, desk cleanliness, supplies status
- Metric summary: tasks completed, deep work hours, meetings attended
- Next week setup: top 3 goals and one thing to do differently
Print tip: Works on standard letter (8.5×11″) or A4 paper. Print at 100% scale with no page scaling. Designed to be printed and filled in by hand.
How to Use This Template
- Schedule the review as a recurring Friday calendar event. It will not happen consistently unless it is protected time.
- Work through the workspace check section with your eyes on the actual desk, not from memory. The point is to physically look at cable clutter, supply levels, and chair position.
- Be specific in the Top Wins section. ‘Had a productive week’ is not a win. ‘Finished the project brief ahead of deadline’ is.
- Write the one thing you will do differently next week before you leave for the weekend. A specific intention beats a vague resolution every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this review take?
15-20 minutes if you do it weekly. If you skip a few weeks and need to reconstruct, it takes longer. Consistency is what keeps the review fast.
Why include a workspace check in a productivity review?
Physical environment affects cognitive performance directly. A cluttered desk increases cognitive load. Low supplies cause mid-week interruptions. Checking both together is more efficient than treating them as separate.
What should I do with the incomplete tasks section?
Decide immediately: carry forward, delete, or delegate. An unreviewed incomplete task list from last week is just guilt with no action.
Is this template free?
Yes, completely free. No email required. Print a fresh copy each week.