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Weekly timesheets: a simple process for teams

A weekly timesheet process is a small ritual: track during the week, submit on Friday, approve on Monday. Here's how to set it up so it doesn't become a chore.

The weekly rhythm

  1. Track daily with timers or quick entries.
  2. Friday: review and submit the week.
  3. Monday: managers approve or send back.
  4. Approved weeks lock; billing works from approved time.

Making it stick

  • Reduce friction: a menu bar timer beats a spreadsheet
  • Keep the project list short and current
  • Make approval quick: one queue with totals

Frequently asked questions

What if someone forgets to submit?

A short reminder on Friday afternoon works best. Hourtick's approvals queue shows every week that has been submitted.

Can approved weeks be changed?

In Hourtick, a manager can reopen an approved week.

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