How the 8-Week Guide Works
A comprehensive overview of the Purpose Driven Planning program structure, features, and requirements.
Program Overview
The VoiceUp 8-Week Planning Guide is a structured, purpose-driven program designed to help you develop meaningful planning practices and achieve your personal and professional goals.
Each week builds upon the previous one, combining reading, reflection, practical activities, and community engagement to create lasting change in how you approach your work and life.
Week-by-Week Journey
Foundation & Purpose Discovery
Understand your why
Strategic Planning Basics
Set your direction
Time & Energy Management
Optimize your resources
Building Sustainable Habits
Create lasting change
Overcoming Obstacles
Navigate challenges
Leadership & Influence
Expand your impact
Integration & Application
Put it all together
Future Planning & Commitment
Sustain your progress
Main Features
8-Week Structured Curriculum
Progress through 8 weeks of purpose-driven planning, with each week building on the previous one. Complete weekly modules, activities, and reflections.
Personalized Pathway Tiers
Your commitment level is tracked through pathway tiers (P1-P5), ranging from 3-15 hours per week. Track your progress and ensure you meet your target hours.
Mentor Support
Each student is assigned a mentor for guidance throughout the program. Regular mentor conversations help you stay on track and deepen your learning.
Saturday Planning Sessions
Join live Google Meet sessions every Saturday at 1:30 PM EDT. Review the week, plan ahead, and connect with fellow students.
Weekly Reflection & Practice
Document your learning journey through structured reflection questions and practice notes. Save your insights and track your growth.
Progress Tracking
Monitor your completion of weekly tasks, hour logs, and milestones. Visual progress bars keep you motivated and accountable.
Program Requirements
Complete Orientation Quiz
Pass the 5-question orientation quiz before starting Week 1. This ensures you understand the program structure and expectations.
Weekly Time Commitment
Dedicate 3-15 hours per week based on your pathway tier. Log your hours consistently and submit them for verification.
Complete Weekly Modules
Read assigned trilogy books, complete activities, and engage with the curriculum materials every week.
Submit Reflections
Answer weekly reflection questions and maintain practice notes to document your learning journey.
Attend Saturday Sessions
Join the weekly Saturday planning sessions at 1:30 PM EDT via Google Meet. Review meeting minutes for key takeaways.
Meet Hour Requirements
Track and submit your weekly hours through the hour log system. Hours are subject to supervisor verification.