Yearly Planner: Intentional Planning with Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Reviews
by Severin Schuetz
The Yearly Planner from Severin Schuetz offers a structured approach to intentional planning across multiple timeframes. It combines monthly, quarterly, and yearly reviews with goal-setting and action planning in a comprehensive Notion system.
What distinguishes this planner is its multi-timeframe approach. Rather than just annual goals, it helps you break down your year into quarterly objectives and monthly actions, creating a clear path from vision to execution.
What is Yearly Planner?
The Yearly Planner is a comprehensive Notion template that structures your planning across monthly, quarterly, and yearly timeframes. It includes goal-setting frameworks, action planning tools, and review templates for each cycle.
Severin Schuetz designed this planner for people who want to move beyond vague annual resolutions to concrete, trackable progress. The multi-timeframe structure keeps you connected to your goals throughout the year.
How to Use Yearly Planner
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Duplicate the planner to your Notion workspace
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Set yearly goals across your focus areas
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Break down into quarterly objectives — What will you accomplish each quarter?
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Create monthly action plans — Specific tasks and milestones
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Conduct monthly reviews — What worked? What needs adjustment?
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Complete quarterly reviews — Assess progress on quarterly objectives
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Annual review — Comprehensive year-end reflection and planning
Who is Yearly Planner Best For?
- Systematic planners who like structured approaches
- Quarterly thinkers who plan in 90-day cycles
- Goal-oriented individuals who want clear tracking
- Notion users comfortable with comprehensive templates
- Those seeking accountability through regular reviews
Key Features
Multi-Timeframe
Monthly, quarterly, and yearly planning integrated.
Quarterly Planning
90-day objectives with action plans.
Focus Areas
Define and track goals across life categories.
Review Templates
Structured reviews for each timeframe.
Action Planning
Clear path from goals to daily tasks.
Free Template
No cost to duplicate and use.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does initial setup take?
2-3 hours for comprehensive setup. Ongoing reviews are shorter—monthly takes 30-60 minutes, quarterly 1-2 hours.
Is quarterly planning necessary?
It's highly recommended. Quarterly cycles provide enough time to make progress while being short enough to maintain focus and adjust.
What focus areas should I use?
Common areas include personal development, career, relationships, health, and finances. Customize based on your priorities.
Who is Severin Schuetz?
Severin Schuetz is a Notion template creator focused on productivity and intentional planning systems.
How is this different from other yearly planners?
The integration of monthly, quarterly, and yearly timeframes in one system distinguishes this planner. Many tools focus on just one timeframe.
Can I start mid-year?
Yes. While designed for January starts, you can begin any time and adjust the timeframes accordingly.
Ready to Start Your Reflection?
Download Yearly Planner for free and begin your year-end reflection journey today.