The Productivity Project: Accomplishing More by Managing Your Time, Attention, and Energy

Discover why working smarter—not harder—unlocks your best work

Chris Bailey

2016

8 Key Insights

About This Book

Imagine carving out hours each day by focusing on what truly matters—your most impactful work—while freeing your mind of clutter. In this transformative guide, you'll learn to identify and champion the tasks that move the needle, banish procrastination triggers, master your energy cycles, and build an attention muscle that crushes distractions. Through real-world experiments and clear science, you'll unlock the secret to working with laser focus and lasting energy. Get ready to reclaim your time, attention, and energy—and design a life where meaningful work and personal fulfillment thrive.

About the Author

Chris Bailey is a productivity researcher who spent a year devouring books, interviewing experts, and running experiments on himself. His blog reaches millions seeking smarter ways to work, and he’s been featured by TED, Forbes, and the New York Times. With a knack for distilling complex science into practical tactics, Chris helps readers reclaim their time, energy, and focus.

Biggest Takeaway

• Instantly zero in on the 20% of tasks that deliver 80% of your results. • Slash procrastination by flipping its six toxic triggers into productivity boosters. • Master your Biological Prime Time to accomplish your hardest work when you have peak energy. • Cultivate laser focus with mindfulness and single-tasking hacks that quiet a wandering mind. • Streamline low-impact tasks through shrinking, delegating, or eliminating support work. • Fuel lasting energy and mental clarity with simple dietary and hydration tweaks.