Electric Life: 12 Microsteps to Pay Attention, Be Brilliant and Go Deep

by Bill G. Williams

Stop burning out and start burning brightly

Ever wonder where some people get their energy? You know the who brim with infectious positivity; who approach everything they do with genuine enthusiasm and curiosity, light up every room, and invigorate those around them. You’re about to find out their secret.

In Electric Life , keynote speaker and executive development coach Bill G. Williams—a.k.a. “Electric Bill”—shares how you, too, can tap into a well of endless energy that draws out the value in your everyday life, work, family, and community. Blending engaging personal stories and case studies with research-backed insights, tips, and easy-to-implement steps, Williams gives you the skills to leave work every day with more energy than you arrived with.

You’ll discover transformative but doable microsteps you can take to tap into a source of limitless energy, powering you up to reach your full potential. You’ll

- how to nurture a growth mindset by asking the right questions of yourself
- how to intentionally choose your luck
- how to figure out what you feel—and why “fine” isn’t the right answer
- why giving energy actually helps you receive it
- how being self-ful (not selfish) fills your tank
- why you should make, and celebrate, mistakes
- how to truly see others and create a safe space for them

As you implement these small actions into your daily life, you’ll understand the choices you can make to close the gap between the person you are and the person you want to be. In choosing your path deliberately and joyfully, you can discover, keep, and even build energy to live your own electric life.

154 pages, Paperback

Published April 5, 2022

Reviews

[Elysya Scerbo-pasta · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a nice, short read, good to pick up if you need a positive boost in your life. You can feel the positive energy from the author. They strike me as an absolutely pleasant person, and I think I would enjoy listening to a talk of theirs.

The main micro-steps are good! They're inspiring, and a reminder of positive ways to think about your life and conduct yourself as you move through the world. There are a couple of points I am definitely going to be making a note of.

I did end up furrowing my brows quite a bit - most of the metaphors and examples went over my head and I didn't quite see their relevance to the point the author was trying to make most of the time. I almost think this book needed to be a little longer so that these could be explained in more depth.

As I mentioned this is a nice, inspiring reminder, but I'm not sure there was anything necessarily innovative about the microsteps. Curation is still extremely valuable, especially when tied to the author's unique experiences and perspectives, but again I think this could have been a bit more finely tuned.

I think if you're looking for something that will absolutely flip your life around, this is not the right read. If you're feeling down and could use a nice boost, a reminder of how special you are and how you can live a life with passion, this is a pleasure to pick up.

[Constantina Max · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn’t rush through Electric Life, and I don’t think it’s meant to be rushed.
From the opening pages, Bill G. Williams writes in a way that feels calm, intentional, and deeply aware of the reader’s inner state.
What struck me first was how honest the storytelling felt, especially when he talked about identity, energy, and learning who you are over time.
This isn’t a book that pretends life is neat or linear, and I appreciated that immediately.
The idea of “microsteps” sounds simple, but as I read, I realized how powerful small shifts in awareness can actually be.
I found myself reflecting on how I show up at work, how often I say I’m “fine,” and how rarely I stop to check in with myself.
The chapters didn’t feel like lessons; they felt like conversations I didn’t know I needed.
I appreciated that Bill doesn’t shame the reader for feeling tired or disconnected.
Instead, he acknowledges how common burnout and disengagement are and offers a gentler way forward.
By the time I finished the book, I didn’t feel hyped, I felt grounded.
And honestly, that feeling has stayed with me far longer than most self-development books ever have.

[Eleanor Caleb · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked up Electric Life during a period when my days felt repetitive and emotionally flat.
Nothing was “wrong,” but nothing felt alive either, and I couldn’t quite name why.
This book helped me put language to that feeling without making me feel broken.
Bill G. Williams writes with a kind of quiet confidence that comes from lived experience, not theory.
The stories about leadership, work culture, and personal growth felt real and recognizable.
I especially connected with the idea that companies can’t force passion, energy is something we choose to bring.
That idea alone made me rethink how I’ve been showing up, not just professionally but personally.
The emphasis on curiosity and presence felt refreshing in a world obsessed with productivity.
I didn’t feel pushed to do more; I felt encouraged to notice more.
After finishing the book, I started making small changes, pausing before meetings, listening more carefully, checking in with my own energy.
Those changes weren’t dramatic, but they were meaningful.
This is the kind of book that gently rewires how you think, without ever raising its voice.

[Ellery Maverick · Rating 5 out of 5]

I started Electric Life expecting practical advice, but I didn’t expect it to change my pace.
From the beginning, Bill G. Williams writes with a tone that encourages you to stop rushing.
There’s a gentleness to the way he introduces ideas about energy and presence.
Instead of telling you what to fix, he asks you to notice what’s already happening.
That approach felt respectful and surprisingly effective.
I realized how often I rush through my days without actually being present in them.
The stories about work, leadership, and human connection felt familiar, not idealized.
I appreciated that the book didn’t assume endless motivation or optimism.
It acknowledged exhaustion in a way that felt honest.
By the end, I felt calmer, clearer, and more aware of my own energy.
This book didn’t add pressure, it removed some.

[Anwen Joe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want to be very clear: Electric Life is not a motivational book in the traditional sense. It doesn’t shout at you, promise overnight success, or insist that you “push harder.” What it does instead is far more powerful, it reconnects you to yourself. I read this book slowly, often putting it down just to sit with my thoughts. Bill G. Williams has a way of writing that feels grounded and lived-in. His stories don’t feel rehearsed or polished for effect; they feel remembered. The idea of paying attention, to how you show up, how your energy moves through a room, how “fine” is often a disguise, changed the way I move through my days. I didn’t feel pressured to become someone new. I felt invited to return to who I already am.

[Griffin Jasper · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn’t realize how rushed my thinking had become until I started reading Electric Life. This book doesn’t try to overwhelm you with instructions or bold claims about transformation. Instead, Bill G. Williams takes a quieter, more thoughtful approach, encouraging the reader to notice how they move through their days and where their energy actually goes. The idea of microsteps resonated with me because it respects how real life works, change rarely happens all at once. I found myself reflecting on my work habits, my conversations, and how often I say I’m “fine” without really checking in with myself. The stories felt genuine and lived-in, not rehearsed. By the time I finished the book, I felt more aware, more grounded, and less inclined to rush through moments that deserve attention.

[Harrison Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

I went into Electric Life expecting insight around leadership and personal growth, but what I didn’t expect was how much it would make me reflect on my daily intentions. Bill G. Williams doesn’t approach growth as something dramatic or forceful; instead, he frames it as an ongoing relationship with awareness. The idea of microsteps felt realistic and respectful of how life actually unfolds. As I read, I started noticing how often I rush through conversations or decisions without really being present. The stories in the book felt honest and familiar, not exaggerated for impact. By the end, I felt less pressured to “do more” and more motivated to engage more thoughtfully with what I’m already doing. That shift alone made this book valuable to me.

[John Clement · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I appreciated most about Electric Life is that it treats awareness as something you practice, not something you either have or don’t. Bill G. Williams writes in a way that feels patient and thoughtful, allowing the reader space to reflect without feeling rushed. As I worked through the chapters, I became more conscious of how often I operate out of habit rather than intention. The idea of microsteps made the process of change feel realistic instead of overwhelming. The stories throughout the book felt authentic and grounded in real experience, which made the insights easier to trust. This book didn’t give me answers so much as it sharpened my ability to ask better questions, and that’s something I’ve carried into my daily life.

[Arielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

So many self-development books assume the reader is broken or lazy. This one doesn’t. Electric Life assumes you are tired, thoughtful, human, and doing your best, and that assumption makes all the difference. Bill’s approach to energy is compassionate rather than demanding. The microsteps aren’t instructions; they’re invitations. I found myself reflecting on my work relationships, my personal boundaries, and even how I listen to people. The book doesn’t rush you toward answers. It encourages curiosity, presence, and honesty with yourself. That respect for the reader’s inner life is rare, and it made this book feel trustworthy.

[Sage Caspian · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finished Electric Life days ago, and I still find myself thinking about it during quiet moments. That, to me, is the mark of a meaningful book. Bill G. Williams doesn’t rush the reader or overwhelm them with big promises. Instead, he gently asks you to pay attention, to yourself, to others, and to how energy moves through your life. The stories feel personal and lived-in, not theoretical. I appreciated how the book acknowledges burnout and disengagement without blaming the reader. It made me realize how often I move through my days on autopilot. This book helped me slow down and reconnect with intention.

[Hadley Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are countless books promising motivation, productivity, and success, but Electric Life stands out because it doesn’t rely on noise or pressure. Bill G. Williams focuses on presence, curiosity, and energy, reminding the reader that being alive and engaged matters just as much as being productive. I appreciated how the book blends personal stories with practical reflection, making the lessons feel real instead of theoretical. It helped me rethink how I approach my days, especially at work, where it’s easy to operate on autopilot. This book didn’t leave me feeling hyped, it left me feeling thoughtful, which is far more valuable to me.

[Icarus Bastien · Rating 5 out of 5]

This isn’t a book that hits you all at once; it’s a book that settles in gradually. Electric Life offers insights that deepen the more you think about them, especially around energy, presence, and authenticity. Bill G. Williams writes with a tone that feels calm and grounded, which made it easier to absorb the ideas without resistance. I appreciated how the book acknowledges uncertainty and emotional fatigue as normal parts of life, not problems to be fixed immediately. As I read, I began reflecting on how often I show up physically but not emotionally. The book didn’t shame that realization, it simply illuminated it. Weeks after finishing, I still find myself revisiting those reflections.

[Isabella Luke · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your work or your routine without knowing why, this book will likely resonate with you. Electric Life doesn’t offer simple answers, but it does offer clarity. Bill’s writing helped me recognize patterns in my own behavior that I hadn’t been paying attention to, especially around how I manage my energy throughout the day. The examples from his professional life felt genuine and relatable, not idealized. I appreciated that the book encourages curiosity rather than control, reflection rather than pressure. It left me feeling more honest with myself and more aware of how small choices shape the quality of my days.

[Lisa Moreira · Rating 5 out of 5]

In a world obsessed with speed and efficiency, Electric Life felt like permission to slow down. Bill G. Williams doesn’t rush the reader toward conclusions or outcomes. Instead, he invites reflection, curiosity, and presence. I found myself revisiting certain passages because they spoke directly to experiences I hadn’t fully processed before. The book’s approach to leadership and personal growth felt mature and grounded, not trendy or performative. It acknowledges burnout and disengagement without treating them as failures. By the end, I felt less focused on productivity metrics and more attuned to the quality of my attention, which has made a noticeable difference in how my days feel.

[Astrid Atticus · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked up this book without much expectation, and that might be why it affected me so deeply. Somewhere along the way, I had learned to function without feeling truly engaged, with my work, with people, even with myself. Electric Life gently exposed that numbness without judgment. Bill’s reflections on energy, authenticity, and showing up fully made me aware of how often I’ve been physically present but emotionally absent. The writing is calm, reflective, and deeply human. It doesn’t offer shortcuts, it offers awareness. And once you become aware, it’s hard to go back to autopilot.

[Bartira Rugai · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book didn’t tell me what to do, it showed me what I was already doing, often unconsciously. That’s what makes it powerful. Bill G. Williams writes with a level of self-awareness that invites the same from the reader. His stories about leadership, work culture, and personal growth aren’t about perfection; they’re about presence. I appreciated how the book acknowledges burnout, emotional fatigue, and disengagement without trying to fix them immediately. Sometimes being seen is the first step toward change. Electric Life made me feel seen.

[Alejandro Garcia · Rating 2 out of 5]

Being a nice energetic billy does not entitle you to write a great book, short, irrelevant and childish.