Let’s be honest—sometimes, tasks from your plan don’t get done. You start the week with a solid plan, but life throws you a curveball, you underestimate how long something would take, or maybe you just weren’t feeling it.
It happens to all of us (yes, even me), and that’s okay!
Instead of letting those “carryover tasks” haunt next week’s to-do list (again and again), here’s a simple process to handle them thoughtfully and stop the endless cycle.
First, figure out why it didn’t get done.
Before you move a task into next week, ask yourself: “Why didn’t this happen?”
There are usually three reasons:
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“Life” Happened: Something unexpected stole your time (like a sick kid or urgent priority).
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You Overbooked Yourself: Your plan was too ambitious or you underestimated how long things would take.
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You Just Didn’t do It: You had the time, but you just didn’t do it. Maybe it was something you hate doing or just didn’t want to in the moment.
Next, decide if it is still important
If the task didn’t happen because life got in the way, and the task still matters, reschedule it for next week—but thoughtfully. Don’t automatically dump it on Monday without checking your time and priorities.
If you overplanned, pause and reflect. Is this a one-off or a pattern? (Hint: If it happens weekly, you may need to work on better time estimates!)
If you didn’t want to do it, ask yourself why: Does it align with your priorities, or is it something you feel “shoulded” into? If it’s not important, give yourself permission to let it go.
Now you are ready to replan (not copy and paste)
Look at your schedule for the upcoming week and realistically decide when the task will get done. Assign a specific date and time based on the current week's commitments.
Spread out leftover tasks if needed—don’t automatically put all carryover tasks on Monday and overwhelm yourself.
Finally, celebrate what you DID get done!
It’s easy to focus on what didn’t happen, but don’t forget to give yourself credit for everything you did accomplish this week. A little perspective goes a long way!
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This Week’s Watch: Stop Overbooking & Take Control of Your Time
Feeling like your to-do list is running the show? In this week’s video, I’m sharing a simple yet powerful strategy to help you avoid overbooking, overcommitting, and overscheduling. You’ll uncover how recurring tasks might be quietly stealing your time, learn about the two types of tasks filling up your schedule, and get a step-by-step audit to identify hidden time wasters.
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I’m so excited to share something new with you inside The Pink Bee App—The Weekly Buzz! Every week, I’ll be answering one of your questions in a quick video over in the app. My goal? To give you actionable advice, helpful insights, and maybe even that little “aha” moment to help you tackle your week with confidence.
This week’s question is perfect for the start of a new year:
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Friend, don’t forget—just 15 minutes of planning today can set the tone for your entire week. You’ve got the tools, you’ve got the tips, and now it’s time to take action. Let’s crush this week together!
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