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  • Feel-Good Productivity

  • How to Do More of What Matters to You
  • By: Ali Abdaal
  • Narrated by: Ali Abdaal
  • Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (299 ratings)

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Feel-Good Productivity

By: Ali Abdaal
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Summary

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The secret to productivity isn't discipline. It's joy.

We think that productivity is all about hard work. That the road to success is lined with endless frustration and toil. But what if there's another way?

Dr Ali Abdaal - the world's most-followed productivity expert - has uncovered an easier, happier path to success. Drawing on decades of psychological research, he has found that the secret to productivity and success isn't grind - it's feeling good. If you can make your work feel good, then productivity takes care of itself.

In this revolutionary book, Ali reveals how the science of feel-good productivity can transform your life. He introduces the three hidden 'energisers' that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three 'blockers' we must overcome to beat procrastination, and the three 'sustainers' that prevent burnout and help us achieve lasting fulfilment. He recounts the inspiring stories of founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists who embody the principles of Feel-Good Productivity. And he introduces the simple, actionable changes that you can use to achieve more and live better, starting today.

Armed with Ali's insights, you won't just accomplish more. You'll feel happier and more fulfilled along the way.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Ali Abdaal (P)2023 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

Ali is the master of productivity. Nobody has a talent for distilling complicated ideas into fun, accessible and actionable insights quite like him. (STEVEN BARTLETT, creator of Diary of a CEO)
Ali is the absolute master on how to be productive without sacrificing your own happiness. This is the book we've all been waiting for. (Dr Julie Smith, author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?)
In this eye-opening and important new book, Ali Abdaal flips the conventional narrative on productivity: accomplishing important things is not about creating more efficient systems but instead about cultivating a deeper energy for your work. This really got me thinking! (Professor CAL NEWPORT, Georgetown University, author of Deep Work and Digital Minimalism)

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A great book with actionable steps throughout

I love books that do the hard work to provide solid evidenced based information as the foundation to build out the steps to improve my quality of life. The feel good factor is what drew me to this book and it delivered on its promise. I am looking forward to applying some of the ideas into my planning for the next phase of my life.
Thank you Ali for all you do through your various projects to share valuable insights to make life a lot easier for the rest of us.

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Easy to understand

Ali’s hypnotic voice is so genuine and calming, I always feel like he’s talking directly to me, and he just makes sense. He can make often quite complex psychological concepts, seem clear and relatable to your own life. Thanks Ali. This book is excellent.

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Nice

The book is fine, though I haven’t found any new concepts for me there. Would probably be a good start for a productivity newbies though :)
Also the voice seems to be slightly weirdly sped up, so I recommend going down to 90% speed 😅 flows better this way

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Well thought through

The audiobook is informative and concise with many example studies so I am left with many ideas in mind, and it goes for many walks of life; in hobbies, jobs and school. It also is light and has particular style to follow which maintains its entertainment, it far exceeded what I expected :) though I think it should have a spoiler warning for those who have not read/watched/listened to popular popculture, I had no idea about avatar and was going to watch it but hey ho 😂 Additionally the performer seems to take a deep breath before reading sometimes which is sort of funny? Otherwise great 👌

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Amazing, amazing amazing

Would highly recommend this book!! It is beautifully written and beautifully spoken, and he’s got so many great pieces of advice to live by

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A thought provoking journey on feeling goog about productivity

Absolutely loved the narration. It was engaging through out. Division of chapters was put well. It was easy to grab the concepts. And research based evidences made every aspect of the learning credible. Thanks to Ali.

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Brilliant approach to productivity

Very helpful ideas and practical advice to help you improve your life, really well explained. Loved it

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Made me think

This book really made me think about how I structure my workday, there are definitely a few key takeaways which I can implement that will have a significant impact on my life. It is a really great book for anyone that wants an alternative to pure discipline and motivation as a way to get things done, and instead wants to find a more sustainable approach to their work.

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Provides toolkit for clarity and control

The book simplifies a lot of heavy emotions which often obstruct the path to success and fulfilment. It defines those emotions and helps categorise what almost everyone goes through at some point.

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Productivity Greatness!

The Feel Good Productivity is a masterclass in realignment of your overall goals and ultimately becoming super productive as a result. Very well written and easy to apply lessons for life. A MUST READ!

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