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"Less is more"—or, more specifically, the less you have to do, the more life you have to live. Efficiency expert Ari Meisel details his "Less Doing" philosophy, which will streamline your life, and make everything easier.

In business and our personal lives, it often seems as if the only way to get more done is by putting in more time—more hours at the office, more days running errands. But what if there were a way that we could do less, and free up more time for the things and people we love? If this sounds like what you need, Ari Meisel—TEDx speaker, efficiency consultant, and achievement architect—has the program for you. In Less Doing, More Living, Meisel explores the fundamental principles of his “Less Doing” philosophy, educating the reader on:

Optimizing workflow with twenty-first-century apps and tools
Creating an “external brain” in the Cloud to do all of your “lower” thinking—like keeping track of appointments, meetings, and ideas
How to use technology to live a paper-free life
The three fundamentals of wellness—fitness, sleep, and nutrition—and technological approaches to improving these areas of life
And so much more!

This book will give readers new tools and techniques for streamlining their workload, being more efficient in their day-to-day activities, and making everything in life easier.

What will you learn from this book

Outsource and Delegate: Identify tasks that don't require your personal attention and delegate or outsource them. Focus on activities that leverage your unique skills and strengths.
Leverage Technology: Use technology to automate repetitive tasks and streamline processes. Explore tools and apps that can help you manage your time and tasks more effectively.
Optimize Your Workflow: Continuously analyze your workflow to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Look for ways to streamline processes and improve productivity.
Focus on the Vital Few: Prioritize tasks based on their importance and impact. Focus your time and energy on activities that align with your goals and values.
Practice Mindfulness: Cultivate mindfulness to reduce stress and improve focus. Incorporate mindfulness practices such as meditation and deep breathing into your daily routine.
Simplify Your Life: Eliminate unnecessary distractions and commitments. Simplify your environment, schedule, and obligations to create more space for what truly matters.
Batch Tasks: Group similar tasks together and tackle them in batches to minimize context switching and improve efficiency. Schedule dedicated time blocks for focused work.
Experiment and Iterate: Continuously experiment with new strategies and techniques to improve your productivity and well-being. Be willing to iterate and adapt as you learn what works best for you.
Delegate Decision Making: Empower others to make decisions and take ownership of tasks. Delegate authority and trust in the capabilities of your team or collaborators.
Focus on Health and Well-being: Prioritize self-care and well-being to sustain long-term productivity and fulfillment. Make time for exercise, proper nutrition, sleep, and relaxation.

Language	English
No of pages	20
Book Publisher	i-Read Publications
Published Date	24 Apr 2024

About Author

Author : Ari Meisel

Ari Meisel has turned his hobby—optimizing productivity—into a popular framework and consulting service for automating and outsourcing life’s tasks. His “Less Doing” philosophy continues to grow in popularity and has become a platform for general efficiency consulting to businesses, entrepreneurs, and everyone else who could use a little more time in their life. He lives on Long Island with his wife, three children, and two dogs.