Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown | Key Takeaways, Analysis & Review

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Essentialism by Greg McKeown | Key Takeaways, Analysis & Review

 

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Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less is a self-help book by Greg McKeown. The book outlines a minimalist approach to tasks and obligations by focusing on truly important goals and learning to turn down opportunities that do not directly contribute to meeting those goals. The modern fixation with multitasking and having it all has paradoxically resulted in accomplished, motivated people doing many relatively unimportant things poorly while neglecting their true goals because they are afraid of refusing any request…

 

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Genres: Self Help

28 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 8, 2015

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Reviews

[Charles Ray · Rating 5 out of 5]

The modern world’s focus on multi-tasking and a near obsession with getting more done with less has led many people to lead lives of frustration and lack of meaningful achievement. Greg McKeown’s book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, advises a minimalist approach to tasks and obligations by focusing on the things that are truly important. To individuals and leaders of teams and organizations, McKeown offers some sage advice; have a clear focus on the things that really matter so that you can know when goals are reached, have clearly defined roles, and learn when to say NO or to stop pursuing things that do not contribute to your ultimate goal.
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This, by the way, is highly recommended, and if you agree with me, read the full book as well.

[dancingBeagles · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has good foundational information. I found it to be most effective when coupled with other books, podcasts and webinars that addressed how to apply concepts of essentialism to create focus and productivity. Having read this book, I was more prepared to dive into application with a greater understanding.

[Deb Franckowiak · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good read

I really appreciated this snapshot! Helped me to use essentialism principles instead of having to read superfluous information - not sure there is anything here that we already don't know

[Vlad Bezden · Rating 1 out of 5]

Original book so much better. I would recommend to read original instead of this one. If you read this one you loose whole concept of the original book