Tim Ferriss

American author, entrepreneur, angel investor and public speaker · United States · Writers · Born 1977 · age 49

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Timothy Ferriss is an American entrepreneur, investor, author, podcaster, and lifestyle guru. He is known for his 4-Hour self-help book series - including The 4-Hour Work Week, The 4-Hour Body, and The 4-Hour Chef - that focused on lifestyle optimizations, but he has since reconsidered this approach.

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2007“Money is multiplied in practical value depending on the number of W's you control in your life: what you do, when you do it, where you do it, and with whom you do it.”In their wordsThe 4-Hour Workweek (2007)Read the whole statement

“Doing less meaningless work, so that you can focus on things of greater personal importance, is NOT laziness.”In their wordsThe 4-Hour Workweek (2007)Read the whole statement

“In excess, most endeavors and possessions take on the characteristics of their opposite.”In their wordsThe 4-Hour Workweek (2007)Read the whole statement

“If only I had more money" is the easiest way to postpone the intense self-examination and decision-making necessary to create a life of enjoyment - now and not later.”In their wordsThe 4-Hour Workweek (2007)Read the whole statement

“To enjoy life, you don't need fancy nonsense, but you do need to control your time and realize that most things just aren't as serious as you make them out to be.”In their wordsThe 4-Hour Workweek (2007)Read the whole statement

“If you are insecure, guess what? The rest of the world is, too. Do not overestimate the competition and underestimate yourself. You are better than you think.”In their wordsThe 4-Hour Workweek (2007)Read the whole statement

1977Born20 July 1977

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The 4-Hour Body, one of the most notable works of Ferriss

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Tim Ferriss

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Money is multiplied in practical value depending on the number of W's you control in your life: what you do, when you do it, where you do it, and with whom you do it.
2007, The 4-Hour Workweek (2007), Own words
Alternating periods of activity and rest is necessary to survive, let alone thrive. Capacity, interest, and mental endurance all wax and wane. Plan accordingly.
2007, The 4-Hour Workweek (2007), Own words
Doing less meaningless work, so that you can focus on things of greater personal importance, is NOT laziness.
2007, The 4-Hour Workweek (2007), Own words