The 5 Choices by Kory Kogon & Adam Merrill & Leena Rinne Summary
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In a world drowning in distractions, "The 5 Choices" reveals the science-backed path to extraordinary productivity. Steve Forbes calls it "timely" and Microsoft's COO Kevin Turner swears by its stress-management methods. How could one decision matrix transform your entire life?
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Key takeaways
The Productivity Paradox: Finding Focus in a Distracted World
Ever felt like you're drowning in emails and urgent tasks while important work remains untouched? You're not alone. Despite our abundance of productivity tools, we often feel less productive than ever. This paradox affects millions of professionals worldwide and has made "The 5 Choices" required reading at companies like Google and Microsoft, where executives recognize that knowledge worker productivity represents their greatest competitive advantage. The book has sparked crucial conversations about work-life balance and digital wellness in an era where the boundaries between professional and personal time increasingly blur. At its core, the book reveals how reclaiming our attention in an age of constant distraction is the key to extraordinary productivity.
Understanding Our Brain and Modern Work Challenges
The Time Matrix: Breaking the Urgency Addiction
Clarifying What Matters Most: Roles and Goals
Mastering Technology and Information Management
Fueling Your Fire: The Energy for Extraordinary Results
Creating an Extraordinary Life Through Daily Choices
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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