• 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 (21,139 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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Publisher's summary

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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Tough to listen to since there are many recommendations for external resources

I'd recommend actually buying the physical book for this reason. It will be easier to follow.

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Fantastic

Life changing advise and the way to implement it all step by step. CANNOT wait to start decreasing my work hours and increasing my productivity and profit!

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solid overall

reader is solid. without having the text in front of me, it is hard to follow sometimes when it jumps from citing sources to the authors point and back.

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Quite an eye-opener!

This is really a must read for anyone who has considered there could be a better working life out there, or someone who needs to consider this. There is a lot to think about in this book, it's a challenging work in the best way.

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This intriguing glimpse into the life of "The New Rich" is at once both inspirational and educational. Now I just have to convince my wife that we can do it!

Filled with a boatload of resources for anyone interested in actually planning to go on a "Mini-Retirement," Tim Ferris' book provides not only a compelling story about individuals who have taken the plunge, but the steps necessary to get there. Sign me up!

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Excellent Book

What made the experience of listening to The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated) the most enjoyable?

This is the best business book ever.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated)?

creating my own Musa

Which scene was your favorite?

Chapter 13

What insight do you think you’ll apply from The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated)?

I will be able to be one of the NR

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Great Book, But you have to USE it

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Really enjoyed the methods described, very detailed road map. I got lost in the inspiring stories, because I was already psyched (4-hour Work Week is a great title for a book), and then had to tune back in for the nuts and bolts of how they made it happen. Lessons are valuable. It can even change your life while you maintain a steady 40 hour/week job, but show you how to shuffle your life to make efficient.

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?

Who Stole my Cheese. Shorter, but gets right to the heart of FHWW.

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This book is legit!

Totally entertaining with a ton of useful information! Do yourself a favor, grab a copy!

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Highly Highly highly recommended!

Highly Recommended to anyone trying to live a full life and better your business processes.

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Overcome Fear

Very informative. Listen with a pen and paper. Pauline often to take it in. Then listen again. Fear takes time to leave the body, this book speeds it up so you lose the fear while you can still walk!

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