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About the book
If you're looking for a transformative read, "The 4-Hour Workweek" by Tim Ferriss is a must. This book challenges traditional notions of work and productivity, offering a fresh perspective on how to achieve more by doing less. Ferriss introduces concepts like outsourcing and automation, empowering you to reclaim your time and live life on your own terms. He shares practical strategies that can help anyone—from entrepreneurs to busy professionals—design a life that prioritizes experiences over endless work hours. Whether you're dreaming of travel or simply want to maximize your efficiency, Ferriss provides the tools to make it happen. His engaging writing style and real-world examples keep readers hooked, making complex ideas accessible.This book comes highly recommended by a diverse group of influential figures, including entrepreneurs, actors, and media personalities. Notable endorsements from leaders like Oprah Winfrey and Richard Branson highlight its appeal to those in business and creative fields. Additionally, recommendations from authors and educators suggest it resonates with individuals seeking personal development and life optimization. The blend of insights from activists, artists, and scientists showcases the book's universal relevance, making it a favorite among those who aspire to reshape their lives and careers.
What do you do? Tim Ferriss has trouble answering the question. Depending on when you ask this controversial Princeton University guest lecturer, he might answer: "I race motorcycles in Europe." "I ski in the Andes." "I scuba dive in Panama." "I dance tango in Buenos Aires." He has spent more than five years learning the secrets of the New Rich, a fast-growing subculture who has abandoned the "deferred-life plan" and instead mastered the new currencies-time and mobility-to create luxury lifestyles in the here and now. Whether you are an overworked employee or an entrepreneur trapped in your own business, this book is the compass for a new and revolutionary world.
Join Tim Ferriss as he teaches you:
- How to outsource your life to overseas virtual assistants for $5 per hour and do whatever you want?
- How blue-chip escape artists travel the world without quitting their jobs?
- How to eliminate 50% of your work in 48 hours using the principles of a forgotten Italian economist?
- How to trade a long-haul career for short work bursts and freuent "mini-retirements"?
- What the crucial difference is between absolute and relative income?
- How to train your boss to value performance over presence, or kill your job (or company) if it's beyond repair?
- What automated cash-flow "muses" are and how to create one in 2 to 4 weeks?
- How to cultivate selective ignorance-and create time-with a low-information diet?
- What the management secrets of Remote Control CEOs are?
- How to get free housing worldwide and airfare at 50-80% off?
- How to fill the void and create a meaningful life after removing work and the office
People recommending The 4-Hour Workweek
What readers say about ‘The 4-Hour Workweek’
Eric Weinstein on The 4-Hour Workweek
Eric Weinstein tweet about books that mattered enough to him.
Daniel Pink on The 4-Hour Workweek
Daniel Pink mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
David Heinemeier Hansson on The 4-Hour Workweek
"My key takeaway from [this book] was the concept of lifestyle design."
Walter Isaacson on The 4-Hour Workweek
"[The author has] a great curiosity and [...] a great love for things."
Tristan Harris on The 4-Hour Workweek
Tristan Harris mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
Charles Poliquin on The 4-Hour Workweek
Charles Poliquin recommended this book in the "Tools of Titans" book.
Marc Goodman on The 4-Hour Workweek
One of Marc Goodman's most-gifted or recommended books.
Laura R Walker on The 4-Hour Workweek
"For those who struggle with productivity and taking control of their lives, [I give this book], of course!"
Ev Williams on The 4-Hour Workweek
On the "books read" section of Ev Williams' GoodReads profile.
Marc Andreessen on The 4-Hour Workweek
"[The author] basically takes all of the time management and personal productivity theories of the last 20 to 30 years and pushes them to 11, to paraphrase 'Spinal Tap.'"
Caterina Fake on The 4-Hour Workweek
Caterina Fake mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
Rolf Potts on The 4-Hour Workweek
"Challenges the reader to seriously consider an essential–yet rarely asked–question: What do you really want from life?"
A.J. Jacobs on The 4-Hour Workweek
A.J. Jacobs mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
Jason Silva on The 4-Hour Workweek
"I was very affected by [this book]. I was like this guy has it figured out."
Mike Shinoda on The 4-Hour Workweek
"I do talk about [this book] quite a bit."
Maurice Ashley on The 4-Hour Workweek
"Made me ditch the average life in search of one with complete flexibility and freedom to live life on my terms."
Mark Bell on The 4-Hour Workweek
"Taught me better ways to manage my time and the value of not making myself too busy."
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