The Power of Habit

Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

By: Charles Duhigg

Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain

Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins

Publisher's summary

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This instant classic explores how we can change our lives by changing our habits.

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The Wall Street Journal • Financial Times

In The Power of Habit, award-winning business reporter Charles Duhigg takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. Distilling vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives that take us from the boardrooms of Procter & Gamble to the sidelines of the NFL to the front lines of the civil rights movement, Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. At its core, The Power of Habit contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. As Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.

With a new Afterword by the author

“Sharp, provocative, and useful.”—Jim Collins

“Few [books] become essential manuals for business and living. The Power of Habit is an exception. Charles Duhigg not only explains how habits are formed but how to kick bad ones and hang on to the good.”—Financial Times

“A flat-out great read.”—David Allen, bestselling author of Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

“You’ll never look at yourself, your organization, or your world quite the same way.”—Daniel H. Pink, bestselling author of Drive and A Whole New Mind

“Entertaining . . . enjoyable . . . fascinating . . . a serious look at the science of habit formation and change.”—The New York Times Book Review

©2012 Charles Duhigg (P)2012 Random House, Inc.

Interesting subject matter

Very interesting stuff, that at times moved a little bit too slowly for me.

The summary at end was great

Habits and How They Affect Us

Lots of historical and scientific research on habits which was quite interesting. Especially the areas related to how products are marketed and sold. This is not a text for those looking for guidance on how to change habits. The basic process is discussed, but I suspect there are better specific sources for specific habits.

Did the job

Worked perfectly for me. I switched from tablet to iPhone successfully and was as to finish the book much faster than if I had to read only.

Interesting Book

Definitely worth listening to. Just listen to the last chapter if you don't need all the stories.

learn something new

Such an interesting book with a lot of compelling data An interestin istory learned so much on habits and references on life and business

This can improve your life

It was really usefull follow the ideas that Duhigg explains on this book. Very recomendated!

Get Things Done!

If you want to know how habits develop, or how to create good habits, read or listen to this book. This book is very well researched and erudite!

Use the speed up button!

I really enjoyed his book but almost gave up on it. It is read slowly. I started listening at 1.5 pace and finished it within two weeks! Such an Interesting exploration, an easy way to shift your perspective and empower without all the fluffy self help style garbage. I highly recommend the listen!

Krzduzit

Fascinating insight into the inner workings of the brain. 10/10, would recommend. You won’t be disappointed.

very intriguing and held my interest.

Very intriguing an interesting with a scientific perspective that I believe truly benefited the way I look at daily habits and how to change any undesirable habits. Glad I purchased this book.