Are you struggling to find enough hours in the day? Do you feel like you’re always behind schedule and never able to get ahead? If so, this book is for you! Inside, Oliver Burkeman offers up practical advice on how to manage your time more effectively. He shows readers how they can take control of their schedules and make real progress towards their goals. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to learn better time management skills – from students juggling homework and extra-curricular activities, to working professionals trying to balance work with family life. With Four Thousand Weeks, it has never been easier achieve a more balanced lifestyle!
For who is this book for ?
This book is for anyone who struggles to find enough hours in the day and feels like they’re always behind schedule. It offers practical advice on how to manage time more effectively, so that readers can take control of their schedules and make real progress towards their goals.
Pros :
- Shows how to take control of your schedule
- Offers practical advice
- Perfect for anyone wanting to learn time management skills
Cons :
- The book can be a little dense at times and may require some effort to get through
- Some of the advice may seem like common sense, but it’s still worth reading
- The author does not address issues specific to people with busy lifestyles
Learn more about the author
Oliver Burkeman is a journalist and author who has written for The Guardian, TIME, Psychologies, Forbes and more. He is the co-author of the book “The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking.” In Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management For Mortals Oliver Burkeman shares how to rethink time management strategies by introducing readers to unconventional methods such as “doing nothing” or embracing chaos in order conquer fear of failure which are productive attitudes towards living life. A great read that will inspire individuals with tight schedules to change their outlook on time and live a fuller life enriched with newfound personal development skills.
Reader Reviews
“Oliver Burkeman is one of my favorite authors for personal development and time management. I read his book The Antidote a few years ago, and it totally changed the way that I approach work/life balance. This latest title does not disappoint – Oliver delves into the psychology of time Management (and how to overcome some common barriers), as well as provides helpful tips on how to get more out of your day-to-day.”
“Oliver Burkeman has given me the tools to take control of my life. In Four Thousand Weeks, he provides readers with sound and practical advice on how to manage our time more effectively.”
“A fantastic read! This book is a great resource for anyone looking to get their life in order. It provides clear, concise tips on how to better manage your time.”
“This book is a godsend! After reading it, I feel like I have finally been given the tools to manage my time effectively.”
