The concept was well written but sometimes too analytical and read like a list. Otherwise some good reminders on how to optimize your processes and pursue goals. I wish it was more flowing but it was definitely concise and direct.

*received for free from netgalley for honest review* Different than most books like this i have read, would recommend

I have listened to a lot of different self-help books over the years and this is very similar to most of the good ones. The author narrated the book and did well with the narration. The author offers advice on how to develop a systems mindset (I'm still kind of confused what this is exactly). I was given the audible version to listen too so maybe this isn't the best method of understanding his systems mindset and I would have found the physical version more enlightening. A lot of what is in this book refers to his other book "Work the System" leading me to gather that everything in your life should be set up similar to a standard operating procedure and when a problem arises, modify or tweak the system until you get it in line with your goals. You can stop the chaos of your life by just making a system. You are encouraged to start with systems for your cluttered house. I think the one thing that stood out for me was that he tells men to just put the toilet seat down and end the fight.

There is a lot of preaching about not using drugs, alcohol or caffeine. I feel like he is against antidepressants because his premise is we suffer from device overload which causes depression and anxiety. Basically live life unaltered and you will be successful.

My understanding is that this is a new edition so I feel as if there are a few things that should have been altered, which in his view point means I'm just thinking outside of the proper mindset. I do have some issues with his recommendation of Birkram Yoga. In this edition it would probably had been wiser to just discuss it as Hot Yoga.

I was given an advance copy of this audiobook by Netgalley in exchange for an unbiased opinion.

I actually had to stop taking notes on the inconsistencies and flawed logic because 1,000 word negative review feels unseemly.. I really don’t like giving low star reviews but in this case it’s fully justified

I went into this interested and looking for techniques for system building. I was disappointed from 4% onwards.

It’s primarily telling you how in order to succeed you need to tough it out, pull yourself up, be better than everyone else, and do it all without help.

From claiming that pre-1960s people did smoke and drink, but in moderation because they were aware of the risks (you know, the era when medical doctors still endorsed smoking in adverts as “good for your lungs”) to stating that people with any kind of mental health issue are just “convinced their brain cells aren’t active enough” - I was disappointed.