• The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated)

  • By: Timothy Ferriss
  • Narrated by: Ray Porter
  • Length: 13 hrs and 1 min
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (21,157 ratings)

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The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated)

By: Timothy Ferriss
Narrated by: Ray Porter
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Forget the old concepts of retirement and a deferred life plan. There is no need to wait and every reason not to, especially in unpredictable economic times. For living more and working less, this book is the blueprint.

This expanded edition includes dozens of practical tips and case studies from people who have doubled their income, overcome common sticking points, and reinvented themselves using the original book. Also included are templates for eliminating email and negotiating with bosses and clients, how to apply lifestyle principles in unpredictable economic times, and the latest tools, tricks, and shortcuts for living like a diplomat or millionaire without being either.

©2007 2009 by Tim Ferriss (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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"It's about time this book was written. It is a long-overdue manifesto for the mobile lifestyle, and Tim Ferriss is the ideal ambassador. This will be huge." (Jack Canfield)

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Must Listen To For Any Business Professional

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I recommend this book to anyone who will listen. I wish I would have known about it when I started my business. VERY helpful info and colorfully written.

What other book might you compare The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated) to and why?

Its the first book I've really heard of its kind. Don't let the title fool you, its all business.

Which character – as performed by Ray Porter – was your favorite?

Defiantly the author, Tim Ferris.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Its a little long at 12 hours, so I broke it up into different sections to listen to. Often going back and listening to parts I've already heard to make sure I took it in. Listening to it in on sitting might be tough but breaking it up is very enjoyable.

Any additional comments?

If your on the fence, just do it! Listen to it. Well worth the money.

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Good...

Inspirational...Want to make it happen...Although sometime unrealistic. Although the virtual assistant thing is a must do for me.

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Great Book!! Laugh out loud funny!!

Would you listen to The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated) again? Why?

I have listened to 4 hour WW twice, and I am sure I will listen again.

What did you like best about this story?

Very easy to understand and HIGHLY motivational!!

What does Ray Porter bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Ray Porter is THE BEST narrator of any book Ive heard!! I will search out Ray to listen to him again!!

What did you learn from The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated) that you would use in your daily life?

I've begun work on 2 ideas that have been mulling for years, this book is HIGHLY motivational.

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Won't be the last time I listen to this book...

Reading this book when it first came out many years ago really changed my idea of what is possible in life!

Since then, just when I think I have taken it all in, I freshen up with another listen - and make many new breakthroughs each time!

This isn't just a recommended read, it should be compulsory for anyone who thinks that there is a small chance that their life could be a bit (or, in most peoples cases, a WHOLE LOT) better!!

Read it today, and start making changes!!

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The best Entrepreneur Book I have Ever Read

Practical solutions to creating a lifestyle that you desire. It is funny, inspiring, and it actually teaches you things that you NEED to know that aren't common sense.

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Absolutely worth the time.

Absolutely worth the time. May have to listen to it again, recommend having a notepad ready.

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Loved it

Starting my own company and about to do some traveling. I recommend everyone who has ever been slightly dissatisfied with their amount of free time check this out.

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An eye opening philosophy.

I would gladly recommend this book to everyone I know. The only reason for less than 5 stars is the in depth nature of resources recommended. In a world where technology changes daily, many resources laid out in extreme detail seem to no longer be available/viable as time has passed. I believe the complex and detailed examples could be significantly streamlined to save time. Nonetheless well worth reading and it is certainly written by an extremely talented and forward thinking individual.

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good call on using Ray Porter

Alot of info. I think the print copy would be good to have on hand when listening.

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brilliant!

The ideas in book are incredible. I'm going to apply and get back my time to things that are important to me.

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