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 Some good points, but ... August 12, 2008
Tim Ferriss has extrapolated a huge success with one product into a thesis that anyone can do what he has done. He is a wily sort who is not above prevaricating to gain what he wants.
There are some good points in the book rgarding use of the Inernet, taming the e-mail, use of out-sourcing, etc. And the technique of using the Pareto principle is just good advice, although hardly new here. Also, the notion of taking mini-retirements throughout one's life instead of working continuously and then retiring is fine unless one wants to provide stability and security for a spouse and family.
I suppose the lack of loyalty shown by modern companies to their employees with their "reduction in force" moves and outsourcing of jobs leads naturally to the employee attitudes espoused here. Too bad!
I was disappointed toward the end of the book when a person has finally thrown off the shackles of corporate and suburban life that there was no ultimate use of free time and money -- at least this book is "value free" and offered no higher purpose than enjoying self.
 Different way of looking at things August 11, 2008
Tim's book was recommended by a friend. He has a real unique way of looking at the world and the world of work. As a financial advisor, I find his tips and suggestions helpful when counseling pre-retirees and retirees.
 Nice reading August 11, 2008
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
I'm from Brazil and I received the book before the estimated delivery date.
I'm still reading the book but I already have a nice impression of it.
Thanks
Gustavo
For those who dare... August 9, 2008
Wow. Over 700 reviews. What more could I possibly add? Well, I'll be honest. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I actually feel that a lot of the techniques (for stamping out needless time-wasters, removing yourself as an information bottleneck, etc.) are quite easy to put into practice. Now for the more daring suggestions, such as proposing to your boss that you work off-site, I simply feel that those are things that can be considered part of the process.
I've read reviews from people who believe that much of the book is unrealistic, but in my experience so far (and I've had the book for a year) a lot of it really is doable. I just think much of it has to do with timing- knowing when to jump and when to pull the cord. Not everyone has it in them to make the kind of big changes that would save them from being wage slaves. This book truly is for those who dare. If you already have it in you to do things a different way and you're open to taking an off-ramp, you can absolutely take an off-ramp to a life that is less of a traffic jam.
A game changer for certain people August 7, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I LOVED this book and I can't stop talking about it. It's a fantastic guide for breaking free of the corporate treadmill and making better use of your life. This book is my new bible.
That said, I realize that I am squarely in the target demographic for the message of this book. Many of the principles in the book would be nearly impossible to implement if you're a blue collar worker. This is a game changer for white collar, internet-savvy folks but will fall somewhere between mildly interesting and totally useless to people outside that demo.
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