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The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich | 
 enlarge | Author: Timothy Ferriss
Creator: Ray Porter
Publisher: Blackstone Audiobooks
Category: Book
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Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 153909
Media: CD-ROM
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Pages: 200
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Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
ISBN: 0786170220
Dewey Decimal Number: 650.1
EAN: 9780786170227
ASIN: 0786170220
Publication Date: May 2007
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A Book For Entrepreneurs July 31, 2008
Darren G. Burton (Australia)
Unless you have the mindset of an entrepreneur, or wish to develop one, then you may not gain much from this book. The readers needs to be that way inclined and have an open mind to money-making and lifestyle alternatives to read the benefits in the information Timothy Ferriss's book contains.
Personally I'm all for this type of stuff as I've always been seeking ways in which to make a residual income. I recommend it to all who dream of attaining a lifestyle of less work time and more leisure time, while still making money.
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Darren G. Burton
 Potentially life changing June 8, 2008
L. Scelsi
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The material in the book might not be all completely new, but overall Tim Ferriss manages to condense a lot of very interesting concepts into a well structured view. He makes his points very clear and gives out very valuable information for all those who are dreaming of unconventional lifestyles.The style too is energetic and inspiring.
The author gives the impression to genuinely want to help people fulfill their dreams, even if at some points of the book he tries to promote some of his products (e.g.: the pxmethod for speed reading, which is quite expensive, if compared to buying a book from Tony Buzan).
The supporting material on the website is also very interesting and, above all, useful.
Awesome! Only for those that really want to get FOCUSED, May 26, 2008
S. Nuzum (Southamton, UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I read this book at the start of this year (2008) and it's totally changed my way of thinking.
Comments such as 'it's not millions that we want, but the experiences that we believe only millions can buy', that help get you thinking. Also there are plenty of people earning a good wage, although do they have any time to enjoy life? What we all want is the TIME to do the things that excite us - that requires an automated system, he helps you form this, but first:
When you define those adventure holidays or trips around the world, you realise that they don't cost that much!!! But by actually DEFINING it you start to focus on HOW you can get it - within 6 months of course.
You work out what money you need per day in order to live your dream lifestyle. Then you work towards getting that: 4 step process
DEFINITION
ELIMINATION
AUTOMATION
LIBERATION
There is emphasis on becoming effective over efficient, since anyone can be efficient at moving paper from tray to tray all day long. An effective person would develop an electronic system that does all this for them! Particular focus of this book is on outsourcing the tasks that are most wasting your time, so you have more time to concentrate on the most important tasks and developing your effectiveness.
He provides lots of recommendations and useful tips on using the internet throughout the book and highlights the vast opportunities we now have within the new 'digital age'.
Great book for anyone who wants to improve their life and get more focused in obtaining the experiences that you most want.
I'm a budding entrepreneur and it's helped me out very much! I'm presently automating my life and planning a number of adventures including cycling the US, Travelling to Spain for a month of skydiving, Diving with sharks, adventures in the Amazon, and many more! I'm in the process of starting a blog, feel free to contact me for further guidance! Search Sean Nuzum
 Thinking outside the box April 28, 2008
R. P. Le Blanc (Maarheeze, The Netherlands)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Although this is an outstanding book and presents an exciting concept, it may not be for everyone. Basically, the author discusses the value of work and time. There are numerous realistic and practical recommendations for managing time and commitments that can be applied to your life right now. These simple suggestions can turn into a considerable saving of time and an increase in productivity.
Without a doubt, there is a high level of excitement and encouragement in these pages. There is also a sense of urgency as the obvious point about life being short is brought home in a significant way. The principles of Thoreau are mentioned and applauded, showing how the author was influenced in his own mind. Like Thoreau, there is a call to minimalism, a getting back to basics to go steadily forward. This is all sound advice but isn't earth-shaking. However, put within the context of the rest of the book, these suggestions can make a big difference in a person's business outlook and chance of success.
The title is a bit misleading and doesn't seem to include the average blue-collar worker. This book is really for white-collar workers who want to escape their jobs but who already have some type of financial backing behind them. Even though the author's concepts and principles are easy to grasp, not all of them will be easy to implement.
Thinking outside the box is a must for any reader to appreciate this book. That's not a bad thing; it only tells you that these pages may not be practical for everyone. But there is a lot of really terrific stuff in here. The author has some genuine and exciting ideas about how to eliminate unproductive efforts from the workplace, thereby shortening the workweek. There are some excellent ways to define and achieve personal goals. Also, the reader will find some solid plans for starting a business. There are lists of resources to check out and that definitely increases the value of this book.
Outsourcing is a big strategy mentioned. Using overseas (and cheap) labor can free up the daily workings of a business while generating a steady profit. In theory, this is a good idea, but outsourcing is really counterproductive to our nation's economy. There is a feeling of getting ahead at whatever the cost and that idea might not sit well with most people. Also the idea of outsourcing, and paying other people a pittance, really undermines the principle of getting paid what you're worth. There seems to be an inconsistency here. It's like saying that it's fine to use cheap labor to get ahead, but what about those people who are doing the work at below cost? Is it because they haven't read this book yet and don't know they are being used as a stepping stone to someone else's success?
Overall, the book has a lot of insights and enthusiasm. Readers who are looking for motivation and a jumpstart can learn from these pages. As with any book, take what you can use and ignore the rest.
Raymond Le Blanc:
Author: Achieving Objectives Made Easy!
May be imperfect, but may open new horizons February 17, 2008
Hector (England)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Takes thinking on outsourcing and simplifiying our lives even further;
- never read a newspaper
- better to eliminate or automate than to delegate
- have a virtual assistant do parts of your job for you, and parts of your personal life (apologise to your wife for you!)
- learn to NOT finish a book that you have already got what you wanted from.
It's fun
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