an effective storyteller with a knack for combining social science, fastidious reporting and entertaining anecdotes.' The Economist ' looks at the numerous ways that people can become more effective, whether in improving motivation, setting goals, making decisions or thinking creatively. with insights that apply to the rest of us.' The Wall Street Journal 'The book covers a lot of ground through meticulous reporting and deft analysis, presenting a wide range of case studies. He takes readers from inside the cockpit of a crashing plane to the writing room of Disneys Frozen.' Chicago Tribune 'Duhigg pairs relatable anecdotes with the research behind why some people and businesses are not as efficient as others. 'Not only will Smarter Faster Better make you more efficient if you heed its tips, it will also save you the effort of reading many productivity books dedicated to the ideas inside.' Bloomberg Businessweek Duhiggs skill as a storyteller makes his book so engaging to read.' The New York Times Book Review Smarter Faster Better is a story-filled exploration of the science of productivity, one that can help us learn to succeed with less stress and struggleand become smarter, faster, and better at everything we do.

They view the world, and their choices, in profoundly different ways.

Drawing on the latest findings in neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economicsas well as the experiences of CEOs, educational reformers, four-star generals, FBI agents, airplane pilots, and Broadway songwritersthis book reveals that the most productive people, companies, and organizations dont merely act differently.

In Smarter Faster Better, he applies the same relentless curiosity and rich storytelling to how we can improve at the things we do.Īt the core of Smarter Faster Better are eight key conceptsfrom motivation and goal setting to focus and decision makingthat explain why some people and companies get so much done. In The Power of Habit, Pulitzer Prizewinning journalist Charles Duhigg explained why we do what we do. 'Duhigg melds cutting-edge science, deep reporting, and wide-ranging stories to give us a fuller, more human way of thinking about how productivity actually happens.'Susan Cain, author of Quiet The author of The Power of Habit and 'master of the life hack' ( GQ) explores the fascinating science of productivity and offers real-world takeaways to apply your life, whether youre chasing peak productivity or simply trying to get back on track.

Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg