49 pages 1 hour read

Greg McKeown

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

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Reviews & Readership

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Essentialism by Greg McKeown is praised for its practical approach to decluttering one's life and focusing on what truly matters. Reviewers laud its clarity and actionable advice. However, some criticisms point to repetitive content and over-simplicity. Overall, it is considered a valuable guide for those seeking to streamline their priorities and improve productivity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Essentialism?

A reader who values productivity and desires a more focused, meaningful life would enjoy Essentialism by Greg McKeown. Comparable to The One Thing by Gary Keller and Deep Work by Cal Newport, this reader seeks to cut down on non-essential tasks to achieve greater clarity and purpose.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Business / Economics
Psychology
Leadership/Organization/Management
Genre
Self Help
Psychology
Philosophy
Themes
Society: Economics
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Self Discovery