Tuesday Tips - The 15‑Minute ‘Reset Your Week’ Tool
- Stuart Ashley
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Introduction
Some weeks just get messy. Plans shift, energy dips, unexpected tasks appear, and suddenly the whole week feels off‑track. When founders hit that point, I use a simple 15‑minute reset to bring everything back into focus.
The Problem
When the week feels chaotic, most founders try to push harder. More effort. More tasks. More pressure. But that usually makes things worse — not clearer. What’s missing is a quick, structured way to reset the mental clutter.
The Simple Fix
A 15‑minute reset that cuts through the noise and gets you grounded again. Five questions, answered honestly and without overthinking:
What’s working?
What’s draining you?
What actually matters?
What can wait?
What’s the next right step?
It’s simple, but it brings founders back to clarity every time.
The Results
Founders who use this reset often notice:
A calmer, clearer head
A more realistic plan for the rest of the week
Less guilt about what hasn’t been done
A renewed sense of direction
One meaningful action they can take immediately
Why It Works
Because it forces you to pause, reflect, and prioritise — instead of spiralling into busyness. It shifts you from reactive mode to intentional mode. And it gives your brain a quick pattern interrupt when the week feels overwhelming.
Quick Action Checklist
Set a 15‑minute timer
Answer the five questions honestly
Highlight the one action that matters most
Move everything else to “later”
Start again with a clearer head
Bullet Points
A messy week doesn’t mean a bad week
Clarity comes from reflection, not pressure
Five questions can reset your entire direction
Focus on the next right step, not the whole list
This tool works because it’s simple and repeatable
Disclaimer
Whilst every precaution has been taken to ensure this information is accurate, Stuart Ashley takes no responsibility for any errors contained within. Please conduct your own research before making business or financial decisions.
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