Feel-Good Productivity

How to Do More of What Matters to You

By: Ali Abdaal

Narrated by: Ali Abdaal

Length: 5 hrs and 31 mins

Publisher's summary

"Abdaal's enthusiastic narration resonates, inspiring listeners to become amateur productivity scientists. Informative, motivational, and entertaining, this audiobook delivers an enlightening perspective on productivity."—AudioFile

This program is read by the author.

The secret to productivity isn’t discipline. It’s joy.

We think that productivity is all about hard work. That the road to success is lined with endless frustration and toil. But what if there’s another way?

Dr Ali Abdaal–the world's most-followed productivity expert–has uncovered an easier and happier path to success. Drawing on decades of psychological research, he has found that the secret to productivity and success isn't grind–it's feeling good. If you can make your work feel good, then productivity takes care of itself.

In this revolutionary audiobook, Ali reveals how the science of feel-good productivity can transform your life. He introduces the three hidden "energizers" that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three "blockers" we must overcome to beat procrastination, and the three "sustainers" that prevent burnout and help us achieve lasting fulfillment. He recounts the inspiring stories of founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists who embody the principles of Feel-Good Productivity. And he introduces the simple, actionable changes that you can use to achieve more and live better, starting today.

Armed with Ali’s insights, you won’t just accomplish more. You’ll feel happier and more fulfilled along the way.

A Macmillan Audio production from Celadon Books.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Ali Abdaal (P)2023 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

‘A much-needed antidote to hustle culture, this book is a reality check for any ambitious person who wants to build sustainable success. It offers the most practical approach to productivity that no one says yet all of us need to hear.’—Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck

‘In this eye-opening and important new book, Ali Abdaal flips the conventional narrative on productivity: accomplishing important things is not about creating more efficient systems but instead about cultivating a deeper energy for your work. This really got me thinking!’—Professor Cal Newport, Georgetown University, author of Deep Work and Digital Minimalism

‘Ali is the absolute master on how to be productive without sacrificing your own happiness. This is the book we've all been waiting for.’—Dr. Julie Smith author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

Best Productivity Book

It’s an amalgamation of all the productivity books before this. It’s amazing how Ali and the team were able to condense all that information into a beautifully-made book.

A must read

Ali makes complex concepts easily digestible and provides food for thought and actionable steps for you to take home.

GRAN GRAN libro

Ali habla de tantas herramientas geniales en este libro que no puedo esperar a que salga en Español y comprarlo en papel para estudiarlo más a fondo. Es genial para cualquiera que esté interesado en mejorar y tener una vida más feliz y productiva a la vez. Gracias Ali por tanto!

“It’s alright to be a guide and not a guru”

The book is concise and provides pivotable, and actionable steps to make improvements in your work and life. The book is not profound in its content, but it delivers its profundity in its simplicity. The narration by the author and his what I expect to be at times a slightly off-script delivery, added a conversational aspect that I appreciated. Good book, there’s something in here for everyone!

Eager to take action.

It is great seeing a book manifest from a human who has got me through many blocks. I read the text while listening to the book which is the first time I’ve done that and can I say I have retained a lot more than usual. Lots of great stuff that I am going to experiment with and love how well Ali explained the advice, and always adds a great case study and research to back it all up. I will be rereading this again.

Life changing

I heard of audible before but never had the proper stimulus to sign up.. when i heard it was on audible and was narrated by Ali himself that triggered something inside me and i liked so much the experience that i already have 6 other books on the line lol.. thx Ali!! Your sincerity means a lot and im inspired to do more just because of you! Im also a doctor and im also trying to start my youtube channel.. this is the first book i “read” in years since medical school and ignited a fire in me to consume more “book content”, tbh i never thought that would happend cuz i dont like to read (i have a bad back and reading was always painfull to me..) but this experiment was a game changer in my life, i apreciate all you have ever done to your viewers and i hope i can be someone that inspires people the same way you’ve inspired me!
Its the first day of the year and im so happy i finished it, i wish you the same feeling and good vibes for 2024! 😊

Your Guide to Achievement

I have been watching Ali over the last two years and absorbed all his content. This truly is a beautiful compilation of tools and mental frameworks to think about your time and how you use it. Having personally read/listened to over 1000 books I can say with confidence that Dr. Abdaal has given us a field manual for life!

Actionable tools and resources for improved productivity 

I appreciate how the author provides useful tools and resources that are general enough to use in almost every profession. Much of what he shares is backed up by research.

Great for helping mind shifts for productivity

The voice and story was amazing. The story was told well, and there are many actionable points I can bring into my data day life 

Touched on very familiar feelings

I enjoyed this audiobook! It was easy to listen to whilst going about my workday and left me with some things to think about as well. I don’t wish to spoil anything, but there is a particular section on burnout that I listened a few times. Highly recommend!