Rework

By: Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson

Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain

Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins

Publisher's summary

From the founders of the trailblazing software company 37signals, here is a different kind of business book one that explores a new reality. Today, anyone can be in business. Tools that used to be out of reach are now easily accessible. Technology that cost thousands is now just a few bucks or even free. Stuff that was impossible just a few years ago is now simple.That means anyone can start a business. And you can do it without working miserable 80-hour weeks or depleting your life savings. You can start it on the side while your day job provides all the cash flow you need. Forget about business plans, meetings, office space - you don't need them.

With its straightforward language and easy-is-better approach, Rework is the perfect playbook for anyone who's ever dreamed of doing it on their own. Hardcore entrepreneurs, small-business owners, people stuck in day jobs who want to get out, and artists who don't want to starve anymore will all find valuable inspiration and guidance in these pages. It's time to rework work.

©2010 Jason Fried (P)2010 Random House

A new refreshing perspective to Work

I loved the idea of going back to basics. What is work and what its not
Getting Growth its correct size rather than its over popular one.

Simple powerful applicable

Simple clean information with real life application. Great reminder to get back to the basics that pack a big punch.

Direct and to the Point

I was a little nervous to download this book because I have a tendency to think longer business E books are better. Like I won't get my money's worth with a shorter selection. And while sometimes that's true, Rework was completely the opposite. It was concise, super informative and to the point. While this book could have been twice as long as they allude to in their writing process, it's perfect the way that it is. As a small business owner, it's thought provoking and motivating and doesn't seem overwhelming with too much information like some other books I've listened to. Two thumbs up.

Clear Business Tips

This book cuts right to the core of setting up a business. No time is spent on chasing theories but on tried and true methods. It's brief and pushes you to get started as soon as you've finished the book. You will be glad that you listened.

Interesting, but a tad on the ignorant side...

However, did intrigue me to go and investigate their small business software. Sounded interesting...that was the main thing I got from this title. Perhaps that was the goal?

Great, concise listen

Inspiring and motivational. I've listened to this book several times, bought the hard copy and shared them with several friends.

like it

very impressed with the guy who read the book.
and nice book with good content

fresh ideas

I enjoy business, but not the boring formal parts that everyone is made to follow. This book let's people know that business can be done differently with friendliness and caring at its core. Worth the Listen. Enjoy it.

Yes

Wish it were in Jason/David’s voice but no big deal. I dig the chapter lengths. Great book. Recommend!

A 2 hour medium article.

I'm not knocking these guys for what they built and how they built it, they are obviously successful. However, I feel like this information is so abundant, although very few people or business owners actually apply any of it. Good for them, but the story is old.