Intentional

Chris Bailey tackles a critical aspect of personal transformation that’s too often overlooked. An important new contribution to the genre! – Cal Newport, New York Times bestselling author of Slow Productivity and Deep WorkA powerful guide to turning ambition into action … Bailey introduces a science-backed framework for meaningful accomplishment – Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit and SupercommunicatorsPractical, insightful and deeply human … Read this book, and you’ll never struggle to achieve your goals again – Dr Joseph Jebelli, author of Brain At RestThis isn’t just a book about productivity – it’s a blueprint for living a more meaningful life – Shawn Achor, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness AdvantageA must-read! – Eve Rodsky, bestselling author of Fair PlayThis book offers both scientific insight and everyday strategies for becoming more intentional … A clear and practical guide – Anne-Laure Le Cunff, author of Tiny ExperimentsIntentional shines a light on the hidden architecture and simple practices that align today’s choices with long-term meaning, making your work and life feel more purposeful – Tiago Forte, author of Building a Second BrainHighly recommended for anyone who has big goals and wants the best possible chance of making them come true – Laura Vanderkam, bestselling author of Tranquility by TuesdayA clear, engaging guide to following-through with purpose and striving for deeper fulfillment – Katy Milkman, PhD, author of How To ChangeAn engaging book … Bailey teaches how to re-examine your tasks, determine your priorities and minimize interruptions – The New York Times on HyperfocusA must-read for readers seeking to regain control of their ability to concentrate – Publishers Weekly on HyperfocusExtraordinary [and] eye-opening – David Allen, author of Getting Things Done, on HyperfocusAttention-grabbing … Chris Bailey offers actionable, data-driven insights for sharpening your focus – and finding the right moments to blur it – Adam Grant, author of Originals and Give and Take and co-author of Option B, on HyperfocusWhen you have read this book, get ready to do your most important work! – Chris Guillebeau, author of The $100 Startup, on HyperfocusLet me guess. You’re like me. You don’t have time to read this book. Or any book! Who has time for books any more? Well, that’s perfect. Because it means you have the disease. And right now you’re holding the cure – Neil Pasricha, author of The Book of Awesome and The Happiness Equation, on HyperfocusI highly recommend this book to anyone looking to do more of what matters in a distracted world – Laura Vanderkam, author of What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast and 168 Hours, on HyperfocusI loved the book – Greg McKeown, author of Essentialism, on HyperfocusPractical, well-written and timely – Shawn Achor, author of The Happiness Advantage and Big Potential, on HyperfocusA lifeline in a world in which we are all overwhelmed with too much to do and not enough time to do it. Read this book if you want a stress-relieving salve as well as a guarantee to improve both your productivity and happiness – Jim Citrin, author of The Career Playbook, on HyperfocusUsing all of the latest science, Bailey gives readers practical, incredible frameworks to change how you work – Vanessa Van Edwards, author of Captivate, on HyperfocusPay attention to Chris Bailey – this book is well worth the focus – Peter Bregman, author of 18 Minutes, on HyperfocusHyperfocus takes decades of scientific insights and pairs them with practical application to show us all how best to manage and multiply our attention – David Burkus, author of Under New Management and Friend of a Friend, on HyperfocusA fascinating guide to managing our attention … a wonderful toolbox full of practical and detailed best practices. I can’t wait to give these ideas a try – Kai-Fu Lee, president of Google China and chairman and CEO of Sinovation Ventures, on HyperfocusThis book will appeal to a wide audience, from those in business to self-help seekers and busy parents – Booklist on Hyperfocus

Chris Bailey was described by TED as possibly ‘the most productive man you’d ever hope to meet’. He is the internationally bestselling author of Hyperfocus and The Productivity Project. Chris works with organizations around the globe on how they can become more productive without hating the process. He has garnered coverage in media as diverse as The New York Times, Huffington Post, New York Magazine, Harvard Business Review, TED, Fast Company and Lifehacker. Chris lives in Kingston, Ontario, in Canada.