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"Get It Done: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation" by Ayelet Fishbach, narrated by Andrea Gallo, is a compelling exploration into the intricate world of self-motivation and goal achievement. Fishbach, a renowned psychologist and behavioral scientist, delves into the psychological underpinnings that drive us towards our goals and provides a framework for understanding and harnessing our inner motivations.

The book is structured around a four-step process that guides readers through the journey of setting and achieving personal milestones. Fishbach's approach is both scientific and practical, making it accessible to a wide audience. She emphasizes the importance of selecting goals that resonate with our values and purpose, thereby ensuring that our pursuits are meaningful and aligned with our deeper aspirations.

One of the book's strengths is its focus on the sustainability of motivation. Fishbach doesn't just offer a one-time solution; she equips readers with strategies to maintain their drive in the face of obstacles and distractions. This is particularly useful for those who find themselves struggling to stay the course over the long term.

The narration by Andrea Gallo adds an additional layer of engagement to the audiobook. Gallo's clear and articulate delivery makes the complex concepts easy to grasp, and her tone conveys the right mix of encouragement and authority, which is fitting for a book that aims to empower its listeners to take action.

"Get It Done" is not just about achieving goals; it's about transforming the way we approach our ambitions. Fishbach's insights are backed by extensive research, yet they are presented in a manner that is both informative and relatable. The anecdotes and real-life examples sprinkled throughout the book bring the science to life, illustrating how the principles can be applied in various aspects of daily living.

In summary, "Get It Done" is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to understand the science of motivation and seeking practical advice on how to apply it to their own lives. Whether you're a professional aiming for the next career milestone, a student tackling academic challenges, or simply someone who wants to improve their personal habits, this book offers a roadmap to success that is both scientifically sound and profoundly human.

As an audio book, I just didn’t get on with the professional readers voice. I would have preferred to hear Ayelet’s voice telling the story.

Ayelet Fishbach knows her research. And she tells you the science behind getting things done. I signed up to listen to this as it was recommended by the amazing Carol Dweck (author of the highly quoted book, "Mindset").

The challenge is that I was a wee bit bored. A lot of the concepts and case studies I've read in other works on the topic of motivation, goal-setting and productivity. Maybe it was the timing and my mood? Maybe I'm not into science as much as I am storytelling? Maybe it would have been better as a print book vs. audio so I could take notes? Not sure. What I do know is that I didn't especially care for the narration. It took me a few weeks to get through, which is usually not a great sign.

Special thanks to Recorded Books for the opportunity to listen to an advanced listener copy via the NetGalley app.

Get it Done is a good book about motivation and goal setting. A bit repetitive and conflicting in areas but some interesting concepts. However, the narrator’s voice was incredibly off-putting. Sure it’s not the message but rather the messenger, still, that was challenging.

Perfect time of year for this. A nice motivator for goal-setters, and some fascinating information about how the psychology of goal-setting affects our success in achieving them. This breaks down goals and drives into key components and explores how just simple changes in language and mindset can change the way we go about seeing things through. The narrator is clear and reads at a really nice pace. I very much enjoyed the analogies and stories the author tells to solidify her points around motivation-science. Looking forward to finishing on the treadmill and maybe investigating further. Thanks.

This was a fairly good productivity book.

It had some great points and great research, but unfortunately a lot of the case studies and pieces I have already read about - specifically in other books such as from authors like Adam Grant.

Great book though, if new to reading books about getting things done. I think I have just been saturated by the sheer amount of similar books, not a lot of information was new to me, but others I am sure will find this a great book.

3.1/5