The author describes their weekly planning process as a leader and manager, highlighting the importance of strategy and planning in achieving goals. They outline their specific approach, which includes Monday morning planning, stand-up meetings with their team, 1-on-1s with their boss and team members, and a final team meeting on Friday to plan for the next week. The author emphasizes the value of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement, using tools like project management software and dashboards to track progress and identify areas for growth. They also discuss the importance of self-reflection and preparation for each day's planning meetings, including reviewing goals, values, and metrics, and practicing what they want to say during the meeting. The author concludes by highlighting the benefits of their approach, which includes increased productivity, improved communication, and a culture of continuous improvement.