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Do It Today: Overcome Procrastination, Improve Productivity, and Achieve More Meaningful Things
Are you also tired of putting off your dreams until “tomorrow?” Guess what! Tomorrow never comes. Am I right? I’ve procrastinated and put off my desire to write a book for a decade. I always came up with excuses like, “it’s not the right time.” Or, “I need to do more research.” But in 2015 I got tired of this endless procrastination, and finally took action. Six months later, my first book was published. Look, we all have limited time on our hands. And we’re getting closer to death every single minute. That shouldn’t scare you. That should motivate you! Time is limited, that’s why we must do the things we want: Today. In this “best of” collection, I’ve handpicked 30 of my best articles that help you to overcome procrastination, improve your productivity, and achieve all the things you always wanted. Plus, I’ve written an extensive introduction about my life and work philosophy. In Do It Today, you’ll learn: Are you ready to start reading this book? If so: Do it today—not tomorrow.
169 pages, Paperback
Published June 20, 2018
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Darius Foroux
18 books616 followersDarius Foroux (pronounced as Da-reeus Fo-roo) is the author of 7 books, and the creator of 6 online courses.
He writes about productivity, business, and wealth building. His ideas and work have been featured in TIME, NBC, Fast Company, Inc., Observer, and many more publications. Until now, more than 30 million people have read his articles.
He writes about productivity, business, and wealth building. His ideas and work have been featured in TIME, NBC, Fast Company, Inc., Observer, and many more publications. Until now, more than 30 million people have read his articles.
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July 22, 2025
Read and reread.
September 14, 2020
Well, most people, including me tend to procrastinate on many things. So, this was a book which piqued my interest. I found the book useful, though as with much of the self-help literature today, the incremental new concepts or techniques you learn is (very) limited.
I liked this book because it is simple, direct, and crisp. The chapters are short, and each gets directly to habits you can develop and action. I was hoping for some neuroscience inputs, which was mostly absent though. Nevertheless, the suggestions are all practical, make sense and are drawn from the author’s experience. The coverage includes – minimizing distractions (mostly technology related), appropriate technology aids, concentration, holistic approach combining exercise, work & hobbies.
While most people are unlikely to find much new material, I recommend the book for its honest & straightforward approach to the topic it covers.
I liked this book because it is simple, direct, and crisp. The chapters are short, and each gets directly to habits you can develop and action. I was hoping for some neuroscience inputs, which was mostly absent though. Nevertheless, the suggestions are all practical, make sense and are drawn from the author’s experience. The coverage includes – minimizing distractions (mostly technology related), appropriate technology aids, concentration, holistic approach combining exercise, work & hobbies.
While most people are unlikely to find much new material, I recommend the book for its honest & straightforward approach to the topic it covers.
June 10, 2019
The book starts with a quote form Abraham Lincoln, "You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today". This happens to be the essence of the book as the author goes on to suggest steps to "Do It Today". However, it is not always the conventional wisdom that Darius suggests. He quotes Wallace D Wattles to drive home an unconventional point: "You get rid of the thought of competition. You are to create, not to compete for what is already created. You do not have to take anything away from anyone". How true.
February 13, 2019
Memo to myself: don’t forget to take notes of the parts you marked on your kindle :D
Other than that:
Not everything in this book was new to me - but that‘s also kinda good, because we forget stuff we once knew so easily so it‘s always good to repeat it. Still, I got some new ideas and mindsets I‘m going to play around with, because they seem like they might fit me. I‘m gonna try out lots and am already implementing bits.
Biggest plus: This was my „morning read“ and it really motivated me to work on my thesis, be consistent, take breaks and not to overwork myself but still get stuff DONE.
Other than that:
Not everything in this book was new to me - but that‘s also kinda good, because we forget stuff we once knew so easily so it‘s always good to repeat it. Still, I got some new ideas and mindsets I‘m going to play around with, because they seem like they might fit me. I‘m gonna try out lots and am already implementing bits.
Biggest plus: This was my „morning read“ and it really motivated me to work on my thesis, be consistent, take breaks and not to overwork myself but still get stuff DONE.
February 8, 2021
The book Do It Today: Overcome Procrastination, Improve Productivity, and Achieve More Meaningful Things is a collection of articles divided into 3 parts, i.e. overcoming procrastination, improving productivity, and achieving more.
I started reading it as I was not able to complete a book since the beginning of 2021. What makes this book engaging is that the Author has spoken about his life story, how he started out with his blog in 2015 and how this book is in a way his journey to all the things he has achieved today.
The Author Darius Foroux mentions reasons why we procrastinate due to lack of focus or personal ineffectiveness. The book is an interesting read as it mentions what makes us lazy, feels less focused, not initiate what we dream of, and provides a straightforward approach to such issues.
The book also has many inspiring quotes and emphasized the positive benefits of having a routine, consistency, repetition, how to focus when it’s not possible. I have written down quotes I liked, must try tips, created a journaling tracker in order to track if reading such books is really helping me or not.
Ending this review with the selected favourite quotes in this book:
• Decisions fatigue your brain and routines eliminate decisions which ultimately mean more brainpower. Routines are not OCD – they are efficient – Use them. It’s about creating a productivity mindset and environment that lets you thrive.
• You are here to create and not to compete for what is already created. You do not have to take anything away from anyone. Adopt an abundance mindset. Before you know it, you’ll have so much opportunity that you don’t know what to do with.
• Life is not about what you know. It’s about what you don’t know. And we never know enough. That’s good news for both of us. It means that until the day we die, we can keep learning.
I started reading it as I was not able to complete a book since the beginning of 2021. What makes this book engaging is that the Author has spoken about his life story, how he started out with his blog in 2015 and how this book is in a way his journey to all the things he has achieved today.
The Author Darius Foroux mentions reasons why we procrastinate due to lack of focus or personal ineffectiveness. The book is an interesting read as it mentions what makes us lazy, feels less focused, not initiate what we dream of, and provides a straightforward approach to such issues.
The book also has many inspiring quotes and emphasized the positive benefits of having a routine, consistency, repetition, how to focus when it’s not possible. I have written down quotes I liked, must try tips, created a journaling tracker in order to track if reading such books is really helping me or not.
Ending this review with the selected favourite quotes in this book:
• Decisions fatigue your brain and routines eliminate decisions which ultimately mean more brainpower. Routines are not OCD – they are efficient – Use them. It’s about creating a productivity mindset and environment that lets you thrive.
• You are here to create and not to compete for what is already created. You do not have to take anything away from anyone. Adopt an abundance mindset. Before you know it, you’ll have so much opportunity that you don’t know what to do with.
• Life is not about what you know. It’s about what you don’t know. And we never know enough. That’s good news for both of us. It means that until the day we die, we can keep learning.
June 9, 2019
No central theme, just random mumbo jumbo. Totally avoidable.
November 30, 2018
I really enjoy reading articles and books written by Darius on his specialist subject, productivity. He has a clear, friendly and compelling writing style that draws you in. He motivates you to keep striving to DO better, and live a more meaningful life, and then provides an abundance of ideas and tips to help you do just that.
Based on avid research into things like Stoicism and Pragmatism (which he revisits every month to build his mental strength), and his own experience in developing several key universal skills, Darius continually validates his philosophy that 'we are our actions.'
The book is set out in three parts with a series of exceptionally well written articles on how to overcome procrastination, how to improve productivity and how to achieve more.
Key takeaways on procrastination include the importance of establishing a productivity system to help you focus and stop wasting time, how to disconnect in a digital world, and how to close your day in a way that gives you the best chance of having an equally productive day tomorrow.
Key takeaways on productivity include finding the sweet spot between perfectionism and slacking, how to read 100 books a year, how to eliminate distractions, and the importance of taking time out to read, rest, and reflect. The article on time blocking is brilliant (something I can advocate as I do this myself) as are the various references to the importance of daily exercise, and how to find your fitness goal.
Key takeaways on achieving more are superb, in particular, learning to love your comfort zone (where the magic happens), how to slowly take on new and bigger challenges (one project at a time), the importance of creating rather than competing (there's enough opportunity and riches for everyone), and the power of compounding (building strength through repetition).
And the best idea of all - live like you're immortal - start building a life and start doing it today!
Based on avid research into things like Stoicism and Pragmatism (which he revisits every month to build his mental strength), and his own experience in developing several key universal skills, Darius continually validates his philosophy that 'we are our actions.'
The book is set out in three parts with a series of exceptionally well written articles on how to overcome procrastination, how to improve productivity and how to achieve more.
Key takeaways on procrastination include the importance of establishing a productivity system to help you focus and stop wasting time, how to disconnect in a digital world, and how to close your day in a way that gives you the best chance of having an equally productive day tomorrow.
Key takeaways on productivity include finding the sweet spot between perfectionism and slacking, how to read 100 books a year, how to eliminate distractions, and the importance of taking time out to read, rest, and reflect. The article on time blocking is brilliant (something I can advocate as I do this myself) as are the various references to the importance of daily exercise, and how to find your fitness goal.
Key takeaways on achieving more are superb, in particular, learning to love your comfort zone (where the magic happens), how to slowly take on new and bigger challenges (one project at a time), the importance of creating rather than competing (there's enough opportunity and riches for everyone), and the power of compounding (building strength through repetition).
And the best idea of all - live like you're immortal - start building a life and start doing it today!
January 23, 2019
A great book! For me, the most greatest aspect of this book is the attitude that it conveys in the introduction. After that in the first page itself I got an idea that worked for me.
I didn't have to read any more than that. I'll have to give it 5 stars just for the great intro itself.
I'm also putting this into my long-term-reference shelf. I'll revisit this book for more ideas after I've made the current one a habit! Onwards! To self-improvement! :)
I didn't have to read any more than that. I'll have to give it 5 stars just for the great intro itself.
I'm also putting this into my long-term-reference shelf. I'll revisit this book for more ideas after I've made the current one a habit! Onwards! To self-improvement! :)
July 11, 2025
I don't know how to start but this book was okayish. Well, I can't say that this book wasn't really that type of "life-changing" book because as I was reading this, at some point it felt like the author had written this book just about me. I have to accept that I procrastinate, but this book has changed that a lot. Though, I am writing its review now, but I had completed this book a week before and that was the time when my exams were ongoing so it really helped me during the exams.
The writing style of the author was so good and so encouraging that if you are reading this book on your bed or while sleeping, then the style will make you wake up and start doing your work.
The reason why I gave it a four star rating is because sometimes, mostly in the first half of the book, this book was that sort of demotivating. I am saying that as it is my opinion but I say that because sometimes I felt that this book was demotivating. For an example- there was a part that said that some people who are the "so called" perfectionists, are really nothing. They just waste their time thinking that they are doing their work perfectly while the others who are not perfectionists can do their work in a better way. To be honest, that's not wrong. It is a fact but as I, myself is a perfectionist so it was difficult for me to digest this and I was quite ashamed too while reading this because there were many things that literally suited me😶🌫️🫥.
Overall, this book was a really nice one but there were some things that I didn't really agree with so I rated this a 4-star.
The writing style of the author was so good and so encouraging that if you are reading this book on your bed or while sleeping, then the style will make you wake up and start doing your work.
The reason why I gave it a four star rating is because sometimes, mostly in the first half of the book, this book was that sort of demotivating. I am saying that as it is my opinion but I say that because sometimes I felt that this book was demotivating. For an example- there was a part that said that some people who are the "so called" perfectionists, are really nothing. They just waste their time thinking that they are doing their work perfectly while the others who are not perfectionists can do their work in a better way. To be honest, that's not wrong. It is a fact but as I, myself is a perfectionist so it was difficult for me to digest this and I was quite ashamed too while reading this because there were many things that literally suited me😶🌫️🫥.
Overall, this book was a really nice one but there were some things that I didn't really agree with so I rated this a 4-star.
March 11, 2022
"You can't escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today" by Abraham Lincoln is my favourite quoted sentence in this book.
A good read for those like me who are looking to improve productivity in their lives 😅. The author has covered a wide range of topics and explained his own perspectives on them and how changing them have influenced his life.
The book is divided into three parts
1. Overcome procastination
where the author has shared different facts about procastination behaviour and gives us tips that if tried to implement in our life can help us break our habit of procastination.
2. Improving productivity :
Here author has shared various other things about smartphone behavior, browsing, perfectionism etc that can be changed inorder to improve our productivity.
3. Acheiving More:
Other relevant things which may help us to achieve more in our lives has been covered in this section.
A good read for those like me who are looking to improve productivity in their lives 😅. The author has covered a wide range of topics and explained his own perspectives on them and how changing them have influenced his life.
The book is divided into three parts
1. Overcome procastination
where the author has shared different facts about procastination behaviour and gives us tips that if tried to implement in our life can help us break our habit of procastination.
2. Improving productivity :
Here author has shared various other things about smartphone behavior, browsing, perfectionism etc that can be changed inorder to improve our productivity.
3. Acheiving More:
Other relevant things which may help us to achieve more in our lives has been covered in this section.
January 26, 2023
Repetitive ideas in books of this genre I can get over, but for me, the writing style of this author is beyond annoying. It's why personally I always approach bloggers-turned-writers with caution. Not every blog is meant to be a book, and not every blogger is a writer by default. At least for me, that's the impression. I absolutely hate using stupid social media type of lingo to emphasise a point, e.g. "Eliminate the time-wasters. Boom. That's it." Boom what?!
Lots of rhetoric questions and weird preaching.
"So give it a try tonight and find out for yourself. But don’t be surprised if you wake up tomorrow morning ready to kick life in the ass." OK.
On a positive note, the book was short.
Lots of rhetoric questions and weird preaching.
"So give it a try tonight and find out for yourself. But don’t be surprised if you wake up tomorrow morning ready to kick life in the ass." OK.
On a positive note, the book was short.
October 22, 2022
Simple and good read...
To keep your habits in check.
Nice simple take aways
To keep your habits in check.
Nice simple take aways
January 13, 2024
<2024>
If you are looking for the best and straightforward ways (best for me), to get out of your procrastination web - then go for it.
One more book from Darius, which forced me to reflect on my ways, and to improve them. It’s after reading this book, I got the idea of creating a shelf named ‘READ-AGAIN’. And I put all the books which I want to read every year in this category.
Also, am glad I ordered the below books, from the references he has given in the book.
<2023>
It’s food for mind book. I got so curious about the references he has given in the book, that I ordered myself below books (weird?? huhh) -
1. The War of Art - Steven Pressfield
2. How will you measure your life - Clayton Christensen
3. Meditation - Marcus Aurelius
4. Discourses - Epictetus
5. 2 Books by Dale Carnegie
6. The elements of style - William Strunk Jr
If you are looking for the best and straightforward ways (best for me), to get out of your procrastination web - then go for it.
One more book from Darius, which forced me to reflect on my ways, and to improve them. It’s after reading this book, I got the idea of creating a shelf named ‘READ-AGAIN’. And I put all the books which I want to read every year in this category.
Also, am glad I ordered the below books, from the references he has given in the book.
<2023>
It’s food for mind book. I got so curious about the references he has given in the book, that I ordered myself below books (weird?? huhh) -
1. The War of Art - Steven Pressfield
2. How will you measure your life - Clayton Christensen
3. Meditation - Marcus Aurelius
4. Discourses - Epictetus
5. 2 Books by Dale Carnegie
6. The elements of style - William Strunk Jr
June 18, 2021
I am a huge admirer of Darius and often read his blogs. The majority of his ideas resonate with me.
This book provides sharp, simple, pragmatic insights on how to get tackle procrastination.
At times self-help books get overbearing but that's not the case here. The chapters are short providing relevant information. I assume most of them are from his blogs.
Overall a good read.
I have made many notes (as advised by the author), let's see how many of them can I implement :)
This book provides sharp, simple, pragmatic insights on how to get tackle procrastination.
At times self-help books get overbearing but that's not the case here. The chapters are short providing relevant information. I assume most of them are from his blogs.
Overall a good read.
I have made many notes (as advised by the author), let's see how many of them can I implement :)
November 23, 2022
Good read
One of my few self help books.
Needs a better introspection to comment on the impact. But the suggested tools are a good value add.
One of my few self help books.
Needs a better introspection to comment on the impact. But the suggested tools are a good value add.
August 11, 2025
There is no dearth of Self help books out there, but the thing which I find the most important is running into such a book when you are looking for a push in life to get back on track, and being able to find that. And this book did deliver!
We usually know all the secrets of becoming productive, but lose track of them in the process. And I find it helpful to keep reminding myself how I can get better. This also resonates with a point that the author mentioned in the book, that you have to keep learning and going back to the things that you already know, because in reality you never know enough and often forget what you do know.
Hoping that I will keep coming back to this book for that doze of motivation every now and then.
We usually know all the secrets of becoming productive, but lose track of them in the process. And I find it helpful to keep reminding myself how I can get better. This also resonates with a point that the author mentioned in the book, that you have to keep learning and going back to the things that you already know, because in reality you never know enough and often forget what you do know.
Hoping that I will keep coming back to this book for that doze of motivation every now and then.
April 18, 2022
The book helps you to shift your mindset to get more things done. Surprisingly, there weren’t that many methods, tricks etc. to be more productive, but rather more general “advices” to life and how you view things. Recommendable to everyone struggling with procrastination.
November 25, 2022
I am not a big fan of self-help books. That is an understatement. I hate self-help books. And there are many reasons for it. But the most dominant of those reasons is the condescending tone in which the author talks to us lesser mortals in those books. So when I came across this one and was about to skip it, I was pleasantly surprised to read the blurb. The author thanked the reader for taking the time to read his book. Darius was like – you could have done n number of things instead of reading my book. But instead, you chose this. So thank you! That’s when I decided Darius Foroux deserves a patient hearing.
The vibe I got from the first few chapters was promising too. The tone was suggestive rather than prescriptive. It was like exchanging notes with a fellow traveler, rather than commandments handed down from a know-it-all messiah. I liked how Darius explained Minimalism. Get clear on what you want and eliminate everything else from your life. But how? Here’s where the book started going downhill – at least from my perspective. The same goes for procrastination. Procrastination is bad and this and that. Agreed. I already knew that. Now, how do I beat procrastination? Well, not much helpful insight there. There are flashy section titles like “10 Checklist of Unproductivity” but not much solid content inside them. I liked a few ideas around how to improve personal effectiveness and daily routines, like journaling and timeboxing your calendar. But then again come passages such as “How to read 100 books a year”. Catchy? Yes. Helpful? Meh. Like, one of the very first steps is you have to buy a lot of books. The rationale being if you see those books in front of you, you’ll be more prone to pick them up and start reading. Bro! I know so many of my friends who just buy books and never read any of them. It hardly helps. Trust me.
One of the suggestions was to take a vacation. Darius likened a man on a vacation to an overused phone getting charged. I liked the comparison. For a man like me who hardly takes any time off and is too lazy to go outside the city – this was good advice. But, the what-to-do-on-a-vacation checklist is pretty weird, though. I am not going to follow that part for sure. Every book of this genre talks about the importance of not multitasking, and not browsing social media endlessly. It’s kind of a repetitive theme. But I didn’t mind that much. Some things need to be said. Repeatedly.
Another attention-grabbing section was “20 things to make you most productive” (I know, I know.) But the action items were surprisingly … actionable! The same goes for the list of 7 universal skills, each of us should work on even if we are not sure about the exact “thing” we want to do in life. I think the book ended well, just like it had a decent start. It had a few bumps along the road, for sure. But maybe that will improve in future editions or the later books of the same author.
Then again – I am no expert in this genre. I am happy with my mixed feelings. It was not a total waste of time – so yeeee! I guess? Would love to hear if any of you give the book a read and let me know how you felt. Happy reading!
The vibe I got from the first few chapters was promising too. The tone was suggestive rather than prescriptive. It was like exchanging notes with a fellow traveler, rather than commandments handed down from a know-it-all messiah. I liked how Darius explained Minimalism. Get clear on what you want and eliminate everything else from your life. But how? Here’s where the book started going downhill – at least from my perspective. The same goes for procrastination. Procrastination is bad and this and that. Agreed. I already knew that. Now, how do I beat procrastination? Well, not much helpful insight there. There are flashy section titles like “10 Checklist of Unproductivity” but not much solid content inside them. I liked a few ideas around how to improve personal effectiveness and daily routines, like journaling and timeboxing your calendar. But then again come passages such as “How to read 100 books a year”. Catchy? Yes. Helpful? Meh. Like, one of the very first steps is you have to buy a lot of books. The rationale being if you see those books in front of you, you’ll be more prone to pick them up and start reading. Bro! I know so many of my friends who just buy books and never read any of them. It hardly helps. Trust me.
One of the suggestions was to take a vacation. Darius likened a man on a vacation to an overused phone getting charged. I liked the comparison. For a man like me who hardly takes any time off and is too lazy to go outside the city – this was good advice. But, the what-to-do-on-a-vacation checklist is pretty weird, though. I am not going to follow that part for sure. Every book of this genre talks about the importance of not multitasking, and not browsing social media endlessly. It’s kind of a repetitive theme. But I didn’t mind that much. Some things need to be said. Repeatedly.
Another attention-grabbing section was “20 things to make you most productive” (I know, I know.) But the action items were surprisingly … actionable! The same goes for the list of 7 universal skills, each of us should work on even if we are not sure about the exact “thing” we want to do in life. I think the book ended well, just like it had a decent start. It had a few bumps along the road, for sure. But maybe that will improve in future editions or the later books of the same author.
Then again – I am no expert in this genre. I am happy with my mixed feelings. It was not a total waste of time – so yeeee! I guess? Would love to hear if any of you give the book a read and let me know how you felt. Happy reading!
July 16, 2025
one book I did just what its title said. Lots of insight and practical views.
March 14, 2022
This one was an okayish read. If you know about the author and have been following his articles, then this book would feel so repetitive. I have been following the author and his writing for a while now and a few of his advice worked best for me, hence picked this book only to realize this book (maybe his others) is a collection of his articles put in a bit fancy way. But if you haven't read his articles then go for it.
As the name on the cover of the book, it's about procrastination and how to come out of it. Along with this topic on overcoming it, the inspiration behind it, some practices to follow day-day life, the author has added few advice which worked in his life. He might contradict on a lot of topics which you believe or have read in other books for the sake that author has learned from his experience and he has put his advice here based on it, unlike how other self helps advises keeping it for general. Hence it's a one time read
I took away a few key points from the book surely but didn't like the book as a whole.
2.8* to be specific
As the name on the cover of the book, it's about procrastination and how to come out of it. Along with this topic on overcoming it, the inspiration behind it, some practices to follow day-day life, the author has added few advice which worked in his life. He might contradict on a lot of topics which you believe or have read in other books for the sake that author has learned from his experience and he has put his advice here based on it, unlike how other self helps advises keeping it for general. Hence it's a one time read
I took away a few key points from the book surely but didn't like the book as a whole.
2.8* to be specific
May 11, 2025
"Right book at Right time".
The flow was great..
This book is very special for me as i read it at the right time. I was going through a very bad phase due to lack of proper planning and lot other issues. tmThis was an answer for a lot of issues was juggling with.
Must read for anyone who has a lot on their plate and have procrastination.
The flow was great..
This book is very special for me as i read it at the right time. I was going through a very bad phase due to lack of proper planning and lot other issues. tmThis was an answer for a lot of issues was juggling with.
Must read for anyone who has a lot on their plate and have procrastination.
May 1, 2020
This book is more about authors life and less about procrastination.
The book seems like the compilation of various articles, so it lacks the consistency and flow that a book has.
The author mostly talks about himself and about his life. He keeps calling himself pragmatic repetitively. He keeps boasting about his passion for reading and writing books and how he was successful in pursuing his career as a writer. But still he is not able to pay his bills. He mentions his MBA here and there. It seems like he's looking for some sort of affirmation or appreciation regarding his life.
The book considers Smart phones and Internet as the main culprits in wasting time and causing procrastination. So it primarily talks about the ways to avoid them.
This Book is about anything but procrastination. For every topic author has some example from his life.
The book seems like the compilation of various articles, so it lacks the consistency and flow that a book has.
The author mostly talks about himself and about his life. He keeps calling himself pragmatic repetitively. He keeps boasting about his passion for reading and writing books and how he was successful in pursuing his career as a writer. But still he is not able to pay his bills. He mentions his MBA here and there. It seems like he's looking for some sort of affirmation or appreciation regarding his life.
The book considers Smart phones and Internet as the main culprits in wasting time and causing procrastination. So it primarily talks about the ways to avoid them.
This Book is about anything but procrastination. For every topic author has some example from his life.
July 15, 2020
We all procrastinate. Procrastination has become a disease. We always postpone things for tomorrow. And it’s not a healthy habit.
Do It Today by Dorius Foroux is a book written for all the people out there who want to achieve their goals. It is the authors path and blueprint for overcoming the endless procrastination, improving productivity, and getting more meaningful things done.
This book is not about life hacks, productivity tips, or any other tactics. However, this book contains a collection of articles that help you to get more clarity in life.
The author of this book says, “You only need one idea that can change your life. If a book gives you only one good piece of advice, it’s already worth your time.”
And this is one such book to get that motivation to overcome procrastination.
Do It Today by Dorius Foroux is a book written for all the people out there who want to achieve their goals. It is the authors path and blueprint for overcoming the endless procrastination, improving productivity, and getting more meaningful things done.
This book is not about life hacks, productivity tips, or any other tactics. However, this book contains a collection of articles that help you to get more clarity in life.
The author of this book says, “You only need one idea that can change your life. If a book gives you only one good piece of advice, it’s already worth your time.”
And this is one such book to get that motivation to overcome procrastination.
February 18, 2020
A book on productivity and how to get things done on time without getting anxious and fearful of the deadlines.
It's a good reminder of all the things we know and ignores in our daily routines, like planning your day and prioritizing things that are important to you, before the things that are less meaningful and consuming your time and energy for no result.
Read to overcome procrastination and do it today.
It's a good reminder of all the things we know and ignores in our daily routines, like planning your day and prioritizing things that are important to you, before the things that are less meaningful and consuming your time and energy for no result.
Read to overcome procrastination and do it today.
May 2, 2021
It doesn't deserve any time at all
I finished it and I can clearly say it's one of the worst books I have ever read
Actually it's not a book . the writer said they are some articles just are put together
I finished it and I can clearly say it's one of the worst books I have ever read
Actually it's not a book . the writer said they are some articles just are put together
January 19, 2023
A must read for all your life problems. It is designed to structure your life in a systematic way that nothing will go wrong if you follow.
I find some of the lessons worth following and I am sincerely following them for better and greater lifestyle.
I find some of the lessons worth following and I am sincerely following them for better and greater lifestyle.
June 1, 2024
A really good book on procrastination and how to overcome it!
July 13, 2024
It's my go to book from now on, when I don't feel effective or productive enough in my work, All the answers I need are here, in those pages just waiting for me to open and find them.
June 15, 2025
Do It Today: Overcome Procrastination, Improve Productivity, and Achieve More Meaningful Things by Darius Foroux is a concise, action-oriented self-improvement book aimed at helping readers tackle procrastination, boost productivity, and align their daily habits with long-term goals. Drawing from Foroux’s personal experiences and his popular blog, the book is a collection of 30 articles, structured into three parts: overcoming procrastination, improving productivity, and achieving more. While it offers practical advice and motivational insights, it treads familiar ground in the self-improvement genre, making it a solid but not groundbreaking read. Below is a review incorporating the requested points.
Strengths and Key Takeaways
1 Accept Imperfection Foroux emphasizes that perfectionism is a major driver of procrastination, often rooted in the fear of failure. He encourages readers to prioritize progress over perfection, noting that small, imperfect actions lead to growth over time. This resonates with readers who feel paralyzed by the need to “get it right” and provides a refreshing reminder that imperfection is part of the learning process.
2 Stop Browsing Useless Websites and News The book advocates for eliminating distractions to enhance focus. Foroux specifically calls out the habit of mindlessly browsing social media, news sites, or other “useless” online content, which saps productivity. He suggests using tools like website blockers (e.g., SelfControl or FocusMe) to manage attention and create distraction-free work environments. This practical advice is particularly relevant in today’s digital age.
3 Leave the Office on Time and Don’t Bring Work Home Foroux promotes work-life balance by urging readers to leave work at the workplace and avoid bringing it home, either physically or mentally. He argues that overworking—such as thinking about work during personal time—undermines happiness and productivity. Instead, he encourages engaging in simple pleasures like reading, cooking, or spending time with family to recharge. This perspective aligns with his philosophy of living intentionally.
4 Rest as a Preventive Measure for Low Productivity The book highlights rest as essential for sustaining productivity. Foroux argues that regular breaks, naps, and time away from work prevent burnout and enhance creativity and focus. He provides evidence-based insights into how strategic rest, such as short breaks during the workday, boosts overall performance. This approach challenges the hustle culture mindset, positioning rest as a proactive strategy.
5 Go on a Holiday Foroux underscores the importance of vacations for mental and physical rejuvenation. He cites research showing that time off improves creativity, problem-solving, and job performance. By planning regular holidays, readers can maintain long-term productivity and avoid the diminishing returns of overworking. This practical tip is framed as a necessity, not a luxury, for sustained success.
6 Read a Hell Lot Reading is a cornerstone of Foroux’s productivity philosophy. He credits his habit of reading two books a week with doubling his productivity and improving his life significantly. He recommends audiobooks for multitasking (e.g., while driving or exercising) and emphasizes that reading fosters focus, creativity, and knowledge acquisition. This actionable advice is accessible to anyone seeking personal growth.
7 Persistence and Continuity Lead to Success Foroux champions the power of compounding through small, consistent actions. He argues that success comes from daily 0.1% improvements rather than sporadic, grand efforts. By focusing on persistence and maintaining routines, readers can achieve significant results over time. This aligns with his Stoic-inspired approach to steady progress over chasing instant success.
8 Use the Pomodoro Technique When Working The book advocates for the Pomodoro Technique—working in focused intervals (typically 25 minutes) followed by short breaks—to enhance productivity. Foroux uses apps like Be Focused to implement this method, noting that it improves focus and output quality. This technique is particularly useful for managing tasks and minimizing distractions.
Critique: Similarity to Other Self-Improvement Books
While Do It Today is engaging and practical, it doesn’t offer much that’s novel in the crowded self-improvement genre. Many of its themes—overcoming procrastination, time management, habit formation, and work-life balance—are staples in books like The Now Habit by Neil Fiore or Getting Things Done by David Allen. Some reviewers note that the book feels like a compilation of blog posts, lacking the cohesive narrative flow of a traditional self-help book. Additionally, Foroux’s ideas can feel repetitive across his works, with similar concepts rephrased in different books. For readers new to the genre, this may not be an issue, but seasoned self-help enthusiasts might find it less impactful compared to more in-depth or scientifically grounded alternatives.
Overall Assessment
Do It Today is a concise, motivational guide that delivers actionable strategies in an accessible format. Its strengths lie in Foroux’s relatable writing style, personal anecdotes, and emphasis on practical tools like the Pomodoro Technique and website blockers. The book’s focus on accepting imperfection, prioritizing rest, and fostering persistence makes it a valuable resource for those struggling with procrastination or seeking balance. However, its similarity to other self-improvement books and occasional lack of depth may leave some readers wanting more. It’s best suited for those new to productivity literature or looking for a quick, inspiring read to kickstart action.
Recommendation: Ideal for beginners in self-improvement or those needing a straightforward nudge to act.
Strengths and Key Takeaways
1 Accept Imperfection Foroux emphasizes that perfectionism is a major driver of procrastination, often rooted in the fear of failure. He encourages readers to prioritize progress over perfection, noting that small, imperfect actions lead to growth over time. This resonates with readers who feel paralyzed by the need to “get it right” and provides a refreshing reminder that imperfection is part of the learning process.
2 Stop Browsing Useless Websites and News The book advocates for eliminating distractions to enhance focus. Foroux specifically calls out the habit of mindlessly browsing social media, news sites, or other “useless” online content, which saps productivity. He suggests using tools like website blockers (e.g., SelfControl or FocusMe) to manage attention and create distraction-free work environments. This practical advice is particularly relevant in today’s digital age.
3 Leave the Office on Time and Don’t Bring Work Home Foroux promotes work-life balance by urging readers to leave work at the workplace and avoid bringing it home, either physically or mentally. He argues that overworking—such as thinking about work during personal time—undermines happiness and productivity. Instead, he encourages engaging in simple pleasures like reading, cooking, or spending time with family to recharge. This perspective aligns with his philosophy of living intentionally.
4 Rest as a Preventive Measure for Low Productivity The book highlights rest as essential for sustaining productivity. Foroux argues that regular breaks, naps, and time away from work prevent burnout and enhance creativity and focus. He provides evidence-based insights into how strategic rest, such as short breaks during the workday, boosts overall performance. This approach challenges the hustle culture mindset, positioning rest as a proactive strategy.
5 Go on a Holiday Foroux underscores the importance of vacations for mental and physical rejuvenation. He cites research showing that time off improves creativity, problem-solving, and job performance. By planning regular holidays, readers can maintain long-term productivity and avoid the diminishing returns of overworking. This practical tip is framed as a necessity, not a luxury, for sustained success.
6 Read a Hell Lot Reading is a cornerstone of Foroux’s productivity philosophy. He credits his habit of reading two books a week with doubling his productivity and improving his life significantly. He recommends audiobooks for multitasking (e.g., while driving or exercising) and emphasizes that reading fosters focus, creativity, and knowledge acquisition. This actionable advice is accessible to anyone seeking personal growth.
7 Persistence and Continuity Lead to Success Foroux champions the power of compounding through small, consistent actions. He argues that success comes from daily 0.1% improvements rather than sporadic, grand efforts. By focusing on persistence and maintaining routines, readers can achieve significant results over time. This aligns with his Stoic-inspired approach to steady progress over chasing instant success.
8 Use the Pomodoro Technique When Working The book advocates for the Pomodoro Technique—working in focused intervals (typically 25 minutes) followed by short breaks—to enhance productivity. Foroux uses apps like Be Focused to implement this method, noting that it improves focus and output quality. This technique is particularly useful for managing tasks and minimizing distractions.
Critique: Similarity to Other Self-Improvement Books
While Do It Today is engaging and practical, it doesn’t offer much that’s novel in the crowded self-improvement genre. Many of its themes—overcoming procrastination, time management, habit formation, and work-life balance—are staples in books like The Now Habit by Neil Fiore or Getting Things Done by David Allen. Some reviewers note that the book feels like a compilation of blog posts, lacking the cohesive narrative flow of a traditional self-help book. Additionally, Foroux’s ideas can feel repetitive across his works, with similar concepts rephrased in different books. For readers new to the genre, this may not be an issue, but seasoned self-help enthusiasts might find it less impactful compared to more in-depth or scientifically grounded alternatives.
Overall Assessment
Do It Today is a concise, motivational guide that delivers actionable strategies in an accessible format. Its strengths lie in Foroux’s relatable writing style, personal anecdotes, and emphasis on practical tools like the Pomodoro Technique and website blockers. The book’s focus on accepting imperfection, prioritizing rest, and fostering persistence makes it a valuable resource for those struggling with procrastination or seeking balance. However, its similarity to other self-improvement books and occasional lack of depth may leave some readers wanting more. It’s best suited for those new to productivity literature or looking for a quick, inspiring read to kickstart action.
Recommendation: Ideal for beginners in self-improvement or those needing a straightforward nudge to act.
February 13, 2025
This is not a review. This is a compilation of my thoughts as I read the ‘book’ —much like this ‘book’ is a compilation of uncurated thoughts by the ‘author’.
(my thoughts at some point while reading part 1): so far, not saying anything new. interesting and practical for some, but examples are brief and not detailed: there is a before and after but the linking piece is missing; it’s a very short line of ‘before, I did x which led to y’ and ‘now I do, a which leads to b’ which a and b being opposites of x and y, respectively. It’s not illustrative enoughso far in part 1. at all.
Some of my thoughts at different parts of the book:
PART I
This 30-minute evening ritual will help you to kick life in the ass: (author presents bunch of actions as part of the ritual) All these are good ideas but some don’t quite explain how that action links to actual productivity.
The single biggest reason most people procrastinate in life: People procrastinate because they are not doing something they love. → I’m not sure what I think about this big revelation. People procrastinate even doing something they love, I’d argue.
This ancient habit will maximize your focus:
It is the power of having a mantra. Find yourself a mantra that gives you motivation to get started and keep going. → he doesn’t say how it maximises your focus, just that it will. So far, this book is a lot of statements with little or substantial data to back it up. This should have had a disclaimer that this is just the author’s personal thoughts. Which is fine, I am okay with it. But I was expecting something a little more scientifically sound. So far, I would not recommend this book to anyone.
Reflections on part 1 : lots of fluff, no substance so far. The fluff is interesting to read about, but very few examples to back statements—at times, it feels like an endless rambling, or a juxtaposition of ideas, with none of these ideas fully developed, fully fledged-out. To overcome procrastination, I must first do something that I love doing (otherwise, I’m doomed, it seems), focus, and eliminate distractions. Ah yes, why had I never thought of that before? He’s stating the obvious and it’s a bit unnerving. I came here to learn. And I wouldn’t mind so much that he’s rehashing recycled ideas if he at least backed them up with great examples or anecdotal evidence. There is none of that, unfortunately. The main takeaway I am taking from this part 1 is to manage my attention, and not my time.
PART II
How to read 100 books a year: Basically, make time for it—while you’re doing something else such as commuting, if you can. A bit frustrating to hear that.
Take a vacation: it boosts your productivity and reduces stress: Yes, ok.
Time blocking: improve your focus and get more meaningful work done: Yes, ok.
If you want to be more productive, research shows you need a break: I think that’s the 3rd time he’s said the same thing, but with a different title. The first was about the importance of taking vacations, and next was the importance of time off. To me, time-off is vacation, and vacation is time off. Or maybe some deeper nuance got lost on me.
Reflections on part 2 : pretty much same feedback and impression as with part 1. I don’t think it’s getting any better. Yes, there are tips and tricks and ‘methods’, but again, they read more often than not like journal entries than research-backed advice. I’m getting bored but I’m almost through. Might as well finish it. Main takeaway is: it’s okay to get bored; it helps you engage in self-reflection.
PART III
Don’t know what you want? Improve these 7 universal skills: Two of which stood out to me: 1) Personal effectiveness: this is said, not explained. Only to maximise the 16-18 hours during which you are awake. And how do I do that? 2) Communication: I can agree with that, although I’d like to understand better how he thinks it could help me achieve more. Is it communicating effectively with teammates to align on priorities or areas for clarification? Is it being such a good communicator that I am able to convince people? Yo no sé. He doesn’t tell us.
Leave the office on time and don’t take your work home: Working long hours is unproductive. I hate when he comes out with platitudes such as ‘look, living a happy life is very simple.’ → there is nothing simple about it. Sure, you can take the time to appreciate the present moment and practice gratefulness, and find happiness in the most mundane of things that are repetitively part of your day-to-day, but that doesn’t mean it is easy. It takes efforts of self-reflection, re- and auto-evaluation, endless and grueling self-questioning: there is nothing easy about this process. It’s uncomfortable, it challenges you, challenges preconceived notions shared to us by previous generations and society, and often leaves you disoriented. It’s like being drunk and trying to find your way home in pitch-black darkness—if you’re lucky, the sky will clear and the moon will show you the path. And even then, drunk and walking aren’t fun. So it’s annoying to have him say stuff that is completely untrue.
Also, he goes from talking about no working overtime to happiness is within your hands. No transition between the two ideas. I do not like the way this ‘book’ is written.
Consistency is key: improve by 0.1% every day : I’ve heard about this tip before. I can’t confirm whether he’s rehashing something that exists or if he’s the one who came up with it. Another ‘chapter’ where he says absolutely nothing.
If you can believe it, you can achieve it: Very confused by this entire chapter but I guess that’s because I do not know much about pragmatism. He didn’t even try to explain it…
Reflections on part 3 :I don’t think we needed a book. The articles should have remained articles. At the beginning of part 3, he does admit that one piece of advice he’s given—and I think that applies to most pieces of advice he has given—is particularly abstract. He says, ‘I know, it remains intangible? But that’s the one helpful answer that I’ve found in life.’ And because it is intangible, to me, it isn’t an answer. Or maybe I’m just too picky.
I'm done. This was a chore. Some good ideas in there overall, but oh-so-superficial. I'm genuinely baffled. One star feels generous.
(my thoughts at some point while reading part 1): so far, not saying anything new. interesting and practical for some, but examples are brief and not detailed: there is a before and after but the linking piece is missing; it’s a very short line of ‘before, I did x which led to y’ and ‘now I do, a which leads to b’ which a and b being opposites of x and y, respectively. It’s not illustrative enough
Some of my thoughts at different parts of the book:
PART I
This 30-minute evening ritual will help you to kick life in the ass: (author presents bunch of actions as part of the ritual) All these are good ideas but some don’t quite explain how that action links to actual productivity.
The single biggest reason most people procrastinate in life: People procrastinate because they are not doing something they love. → I’m not sure what I think about this big revelation. People procrastinate even doing something they love, I’d argue.
This ancient habit will maximize your focus:
It is the power of having a mantra. Find yourself a mantra that gives you motivation to get started and keep going. → he doesn’t say how it maximises your focus, just that it will. So far, this book is a lot of statements with little or substantial data to back it up. This should have had a disclaimer that this is just the author’s personal thoughts. Which is fine, I am okay with it. But I was expecting something a little more scientifically sound. So far, I would not recommend this book to anyone.
Reflections on part 1 : lots of fluff, no substance so far. The fluff is interesting to read about, but very few examples to back statements—at times, it feels like an endless rambling, or a juxtaposition of ideas, with none of these ideas fully developed, fully fledged-out. To overcome procrastination, I must first do something that I love doing (otherwise, I’m doomed, it seems), focus, and eliminate distractions. Ah yes, why had I never thought of that before? He’s stating the obvious and it’s a bit unnerving. I came here to learn. And I wouldn’t mind so much that he’s rehashing recycled ideas if he at least backed them up with great examples or anecdotal evidence. There is none of that, unfortunately. The main takeaway I am taking from this part 1 is to manage my attention, and not my time.
PART II
How to read 100 books a year: Basically, make time for it—while you’re doing something else such as commuting, if you can. A bit frustrating to hear that.
Take a vacation: it boosts your productivity and reduces stress: Yes, ok.
Time blocking: improve your focus and get more meaningful work done: Yes, ok.
If you want to be more productive, research shows you need a break: I think that’s the 3rd time he’s said the same thing, but with a different title. The first was about the importance of taking vacations, and next was the importance of time off. To me, time-off is vacation, and vacation is time off. Or maybe some deeper nuance got lost on me.
Reflections on part 2 : pretty much same feedback and impression as with part 1. I don’t think it’s getting any better. Yes, there are tips and tricks and ‘methods’, but again, they read more often than not like journal entries than research-backed advice. I’m getting bored but I’m almost through. Might as well finish it. Main takeaway is: it’s okay to get bored; it helps you engage in self-reflection.
PART III
Don’t know what you want? Improve these 7 universal skills: Two of which stood out to me: 1) Personal effectiveness: this is said, not explained. Only to maximise the 16-18 hours during which you are awake. And how do I do that? 2) Communication: I can agree with that, although I’d like to understand better how he thinks it could help me achieve more. Is it communicating effectively with teammates to align on priorities or areas for clarification? Is it being such a good communicator that I am able to convince people? Yo no sé. He doesn’t tell us.
Leave the office on time and don’t take your work home: Working long hours is unproductive. I hate when he comes out with platitudes such as ‘look, living a happy life is very simple.’ → there is nothing simple about it. Sure, you can take the time to appreciate the present moment and practice gratefulness, and find happiness in the most mundane of things that are repetitively part of your day-to-day, but that doesn’t mean it is easy. It takes efforts of self-reflection, re- and auto-evaluation, endless and grueling self-questioning: there is nothing easy about this process. It’s uncomfortable, it challenges you, challenges preconceived notions shared to us by previous generations and society, and often leaves you disoriented. It’s like being drunk and trying to find your way home in pitch-black darkness—if you’re lucky, the sky will clear and the moon will show you the path. And even then, drunk and walking aren’t fun. So it’s annoying to have him say stuff that is completely untrue.
Also, he goes from talking about no working overtime to happiness is within your hands. No transition between the two ideas. I do not like the way this ‘book’ is written.
Consistency is key: improve by 0.1% every day : I’ve heard about this tip before. I can’t confirm whether he’s rehashing something that exists or if he’s the one who came up with it. Another ‘chapter’ where he says absolutely nothing.
If you can believe it, you can achieve it: Very confused by this entire chapter but I guess that’s because I do not know much about pragmatism. He didn’t even try to explain it…
Reflections on part 3 :I don’t think we needed a book. The articles should have remained articles. At the beginning of part 3, he does admit that one piece of advice he’s given—and I think that applies to most pieces of advice he has given—is particularly abstract. He says, ‘I know, it remains intangible? But that’s the one helpful answer that I’ve found in life.’ And because it is intangible, to me, it isn’t an answer. Or maybe I’m just too picky.
I'm done. This was a chore. Some good ideas in there overall, but oh-so-superficial. I'm genuinely baffled. One star feels generous.
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