Sahil Bloom Seven Question Audit

A structured 60 minute reflection template based on the Sahil Bloom seven question audit. Review energy drains, key wins, and primary goals to set clear direction.

6 time blocks, 60 minutes in total.

Time blocks

Calendar and Photo Sweep: 10 min
Review past months to trigger memories before writing
Joy and Energy Audit: 10 min
List activities that brought genuine joy and drained energy
Wins and Lessons Review: 10 min
Document key achievements and hardest lessons learned
More and Less Mapping: 10 min
Define what to do more of and what to eliminate
Core Priorities Definition: 10 min
Write down top strategic goals for the year ahead
System and Environment Setup: 10 min
Create calendar blocks and environment changes for new habits

About this routine

Writer and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom created an annual reflection process centered on honest self questioning. The Sahil Bloom seven question audit guides you through looking back at the past year before setting targets for the next one.

Instead of complex scoring spreadsheets, this audit focuses on energy dynamics, lessons, and practical adjustments. Reviewing calendar data and photo logs gives you concrete evidence of where your time actually went rather than relying on recent memory.

Running this session once a year helps clarify what brought true fulfillment and what took an unnecessary toll. You can complete the process in an hour using a simple notebook or routine timer online.

Why this routine works

Identifies activities and habits that deplete daily energy
Clarifies major wins and critical lessons learned over twelve months
Sets clear boundaries and actionable targets for the upcoming year

FAQ

What is the Sahil Bloom seven question audit?

It is a yearly reflection framework designed by Sahil Bloom. It uses seven simple prompts to evaluate joy, energy drains, wins, lessons, and upcoming priorities.

How long does the Sahil Bloom annual review take?

The audit takes 60 minutes in a single sitting, broken down into ten minute blocks per reflection section.

Sources

The Curiosity Chronicle, Sahil Bloom