“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan.”
In this solo episode, Jay shares his personal system for planning life intentionally rather than reacting to whatever shows up on the calendar. As January comes to a close, he invites you to zoom out beyond weekly to-do lists and consider how you’re allocating time across the areas that matter most, including work, relationships, health, and contribution.
Jay walks through a practical, flexible process that combines weekly forecasting, daily task setting, and intentional calendar blocking. He also offers alternative approaches for different personalities, reminding listeners that the goal isn’t perfection, but clarity, focus, and refinement. If you’ve ever felt busy but misaligned, this episode provides a grounded reset.
Notable Quotes
“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan.” — Jim Rohn
“Are you a wandering generality or a meaningful specific?” — Zig Ziglar
“I’m always looking to continue to grow and develop and learn.” — Jay Abbasi
“You will be planning your life rather than reacting to life.” — Jay Abbasi
Resources and Links
Jay Abbasi
Website: https://jayabbasi.me/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast
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