The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9–5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich

Timothy Ferriss · First published 2007

The New York Times bestselling author of The 4-Hour Body shows readers how to live more and work less, now with more than 100 pages of new, cutting-edge content.

Forget the old concept of retirement and the rest of the deferred-life plan–there is no need to wait and every reason not to, especially in unpredictable economic times. Whether your dream is escaping the rat race, experiencing high-end world travel, or earning a monthly five-figure income with zero management, The 4-Hour Workweek is the blueprint.

“The 4-Hour Workweek” by Tim Ferriss is a guide to optimizing one’s life by streamlining work and maximizing leisure time.

1. Eliminate unproductive activities and focus on those that bring the most value.
2. Automate income streams to increase efficiency and reduce workload.
3. Outsource mundane tasks to free up time and energy.
4. Make use of technology and tools to optimize processes.
5. Embrace a “”mini-retirement”” mentality and take breaks regularly.
6. Learn to prioritize effectively by following the 80/20 principle.
7. Embrace unconventional thinking and challenge conventional norms.
8. Create a “”low-information diet”” to reduce distractions and increase focus.
9. Cultivate relationships and networks to expand opportunities and gain new perspectives.
10. Experiment with different lifestyle choices and find what works best for you.