• 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 (21,160 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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Great concept

This is a good read and has really given me ideas of how to make more time for my family. I haven't been able to put a lot of this into my life yet, but as I am taking over the company I work for I am planning to make changes as it grows to be able to have more off time

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I love it!

I’m going to start to review my daily use of time and eliminate unnecessary tasks immediately! One step at a time.

Great book!

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Incredible

If followed correctly, can be life changing. Incredible read and author. Thank you Tim for writing this

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Great book, 98% the same as the original edition

This is a fantastic book for so many people in so many different situations. The core of his teaching is how to create some freedom in your life and not be a slave to your 8-5 job. He details many different parts of entrepreneurship with detailed examples and all the resources he used at that phase of his development. You'll listen to this book over and over again to extract all the advice Tim is offering you.

The one con I'd give this book is it is not very expanded or updated. Yes, there are some updates but they are few and far between. This book is pretty much the same as the original so go ahead and buy either one but not both.

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Implemented immediately

I run a business that I do way too much and not delegate enough to my 7 capable staff members. I have been working to delegate more now that I have a great front desk staff member but I didn't think to pass off way more until I read this book.

Now, I've made it so I never have to work at or even visit the office unless I WANT to. Now it's like a game to me. What else can I pass off to other businesses that provide services that could free up my time even further so I can enjoy the here and now while I'm young and healthy! I'm focused on choosing to work on what brings me joy and fulfillment rather than feeling obligated to work 12+ hours a day in or on my business. It was totally a mental shift that I needed to feel free to do so. This book helped me shift.

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Great ideas

Love this style of book. You can get what you want so stop making excuses.

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Changed the life of this small business owner

Outstanding. Have listened to it four times over the past year. Incredibly inspiring for any entrepreneur. Can't recommend it enough.

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Fffffing awesome.

I was striving for a four day work week and I thought I was doing well until I read this. to also think I thought the title was bulls... But when I read the book my eyes opened and my mind ran wild. I am starting a fresh . Thanks Tim

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Fantastic Listen

The book was a fantastic listen. The narration was wonderful as well. There were so many tips in this book that I had to listen to it twice. If you are looking for a way to break out of the rat race this book gives you an excellent place to start.

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This was a great audio book

I have seen interviews with Tim Ferriss but the book gave me more than I expected. You need this book.

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