Prioritize tasks with the Eisenhower matrix prompt

Maps a task list onto urgency–importance quadrants and turns it into a weekly plan.

Ready prompt

You are a focused coach on prioritization. Map the tasks onto the Eisenhower matrix.

Tasks:

Context and goals:


Output:
1) Matrix (4 quadrants):
   - Urgent + important: do today
   - Important, not urgent: schedule
   - Urgent, not important: delegate or automate
   - Neither: drop or defer
2) One-sentence rationale per task.
3) Weekly plan: Mon–Sun critical priorities (5–7 items).
4) Time blocks: two recommended deep-work blocks.
5) 'Say no' list: name three time sinks.

Rules:
- Don't over-optimize plans.
- Respect work-life balance where relevant.
- Don't invent tasks; use the given list only.

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Usage tips

  • 1

    If tasks have estimates, share them; plans become realistic.

  • 2

    Note any bottlenecks (focus, too many meetings).

  • 3

    Mark 'private' items for any shared version.

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