The popular book now revised and updated with two new chapters. There’s an old saying: if you eat a live frog first thing each morning, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that it’s probably the worst thing you’ll do all day.
Using “eat that frog” as a metaphor for tackling the most challenging task of your day, the one you are most likely to procrastinate on, but also the one that might have the greatest positive impact on your life, this guide shows you how to zero in on these critical tasks and organize your day. You’ll not only get more done faster, but get the right things done.
In his trademark high-energy style, acclaimed speaker and bestselling author Brian Tracy cuts to the core of what is vital to effective personal time management: decision, discipline, and determination. He reminds us: “The purpose of time-management skills, of eating that frog, and getting more done in less time, is to enable you to spend more ‘face time’ with the people you care about, doing the things that give you the greatest amount of joy in life.”
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"Great recap of all the known cures for procrastination, but one of the best deliveries on the topic. Concise and to the point. Listen to the audiobook and then review the main points in the book"
— Marcin (4 out of 5 stars)
“Besides displaying his inimitable tone and impeccable pacing, the audio is another showcase for his palpable optimism about individual possibilities. The sound of Tracy’s voice doesn't just bring his ideas—it makes you want to put them into action. Anchored in the idea that doing the hard task first (frog eating) makes the rest of the day more productive, the program is a tidy overview of Tracy’s best thinking on time management and life organization.”
— AudioFile" One of the top books that got me going and kept me going when I started my own business. "
— Miles, 2/12/2014" I procrastinated while reading the book:) Good concept----but too many lists to write. The only thing I use is the Eat that Frog first thing in the morning concept. "
— Noel, 2/9/2014" Decent enough book on setting priorities and getting things done. It was very short, about a 2 hour listen. Anyway, I want it to work, it should work. I have too many balls in the air right now, but plan on figuring out a way to make this work for me. VERY SOON. :) "
— Gizzard, 2/3/2014" Simple, really simple things to do to help streamline your day2day activities. Greater minds may put it to more powerful use. :) "
— Avinash, 1/30/2014" Pretty much everything anybody can tell you about being productive is covered in this thin, easy read. Seems to be working for me, YMMY. "
— Kartik, 1/26/2014" This book had good tips and was motivational. I'm always looking for ways to be more productive and this book was a step in the right direction! "
— Nancy, 1/23/2014" I have had this book for a few years and carry it around - have not made it more than halfway - I see great reviews about this but just cannot get it.....maybe one more read from the start will help...... "
— Diana, 1/5/2014" This book is changing Curt's and my life. "
— Lorna, 1/4/2014" While there was some repeat material from his "Goals" book, it is well worth a read. I found my behavior improved as I listened, and I know some of the lessons will last a life time. "
— Michael, 12/29/2013" it's one of the best books i've ever read in my life "
— Omar, 12/19/2013" Very basic info... He instructs you to start with your most important project/biggest project first, which makes sense so you are not filling time with lots of little things that don't really matter. "
— Erin, 12/9/2013" Filled with practical advice, this book will motivate you to action "
— Alissa, 11/24/2013" it's kinda simple way how to finish our work fastly, and arrange our time efiiciently. "
— Danar, 4/19/2013" Motivational book that helps you change the way you think to help you better manage your time and your priorities. Very useful for both personal and professional life. "
— Mar, 3/27/2013" This book has a lot of good info, but is very hard to get into. It comes off as a rehashing of about four concepts spread out into 21 tips, desperately trying to make a word limit. "
— Adam, 2/2/2013" It's a quick read which was nice to breeze through. "
— Dean, 12/15/2012" Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time "
— ElifeBerat, 9/16/2012" To be honest, I already knew most of what this book teaches. But it did help me realize that I already have the tools inside me to tackle my work projects. "
— Lisa, 7/21/2012" I know I'll read this again and revisit the ideas! Its been so helpful so far "
— Katie, 6/9/2012" A few good tips. Very quick read. Pretty repetetive and even a bit contradictory. "
— Marina, 11/11/2011" I don't really like to read self help books because it is really hard for me to have the motivation to finish them. I did Eat that Frog and finish this one though. It had some really good tips, that I would like to implement. "
— Karla, 11/8/2011" If you really want to do this work fast you will do so. Time-management solves nothing. Will solves all. "
— Sergey, 6/9/2011" The book is basically about the Pareto principle (80-20 rule), with some tips and tricks how you could incorporate that into your life. Great recap and reminder of that you will never be “finished” with all your tasks and the importance of planning and prioritizing the work. "
— Markus, 4/10/2011" Nothing really new but a good packaging of motivational ideas. "
— Colin, 3/19/2011" Awesome reminders about how to keep a chaotic life in check and end up on the winning side of it all---instead of in a psych ward! "
— Deborah, 3/18/2011" EVERYONE needs to read this! STOP Procrastinating and just stinken Eat That Frog! "
— Kym, 3/16/2011" This book just didn't work for me, and I was disappointed. The only valuable thing I took away from it was the acknowledgement that we have too much to do and will never be able to catch up. Other than that, it didn't present any new ideas for beating procrastination. "
— Alexia561, 2/12/2011" I've listened the audio book and it was pretty interesting. But actually all of the advices are obvious, except the creative procrastination, I've never thought about it. "
— Alexander, 1/26/2011" it's one of the best books i've ever read in my life "
— Omar, 1/25/2011Brian Tracy is chairman and CEO of Brian Tracy International. As a keynote speaker and seminar leader, he addresses more than 250,000 people each year and is one of America’s leading authorities on the development of human potential and personal effectiveness. He has worked with the executives and staff of such firms as IBM, Arthur Andersen, McDonnell Douglas, and the Million Dollar Round Table. He is the author of over seventy books and more than 300 audio and video learning programs. He has given more than five thousand talks and seminars to five million people worldwide, bringing a unique blend of humor, insight, information, and inspiration.