90% motivational speaker-ese, 10% good ideas

I'm into self-improvement books, but this one was too cheesy, poorly written and over-simplified for my tastes. He makes big promises about how the Perfect Day template will change your life in every way possible (*eyeroll*), says things like "make rules for yourself and stick to them and you'll beat procrastination" as if that's any kind of real solution, and waste a lot of time with inspirational filler words, like life, goals, dreams, aspirations, etc. By part 2 I was audibly making gagging noises every time he overused those words. I was gagging a lot.


But having said all that, here I am at 6:20 in the morning, writing a review for this book. So yes, there's a good idea in there, and if this book could be summed up in one sentence, it would be: Get up early and tackle your one thing.

OK, so this review is not the most important thing in my day. I'm going to go get work done now. I just thought I'd spare the rest of you I whole bunch of wasted time by reading this book.

13 personnes ont trouvé cela utile

My lack of structure costs me myself..

This book has helped me realize what I am missing in my life.. For over 15 years I lived a somewhat structured life.- wake up, get ready to go to work, work, come home, help with kids, dinner, family time, sleep.. and of course make my wife happy. After a fall out at work got me transferred, I was lost.. all my hard work seemed worthless, for what? I struggled for over 2 years to figure what my dreams were and what I wanted to do. I knew I didn't want to work for anybody anymore, the industry lacked leadership skills that were required for me to grow. I had a realization one day and became determined to achieve my goal of being self employed. I unexpectedly quit my job like a self absorbed idiot, without discussing with my wife, without savings, without an idea of how to start a business.. I was lost, and taking my family down with me. Floundering in life without structure. Almost two months went by and things got really bad and the only thing I seemed to be hanging onto was hope, but I was alone... My wife told me about The Perfect Day Formula months ago, when I had a job. I thought it wasn't really for me at that time. I had a job and whatever structure, completely not happy with myself though. My wife and I had a very painful talk.. I realized what I had to do. I had to take control of my life. I needed to re-structure and re-build When I began listening to The Perfect Day Formula and taking notes, my days began to have an actual schedule. I'm not really good at this stuff, but I'm trying my best and learning a lot. The book has really good wisdom, not just knowledge. Craig Ballantyne can really make me want to listen, and I have some pretty good ADHD, which I'm working on too. Craig is really to the point, lays out a solid foundation to grow upon and offers online workshops. This isn't the first book I've read on time management, but this book was more like a life changer for me.

3 personnes ont trouvé cela utile

Too many examples

I got tired of listening to him tell a story for each little thing. 5 pillars of success, a whole chapter of telling stories for each. I felt like I was listening to someones life story. Every "secret" to success was so simple, oh you have a goal? Break it into small goals! Bam, problem solved. Thanks for that groundbreaking advice Craig. The only thing I got out of it was the idea of creating a daily Not To-Do list.

5 personnes ont trouvé cela utile

Life changing! This book/system is great. Read it.

An easy to follow (and easy to listen to) system to improve all areas of your life. The author has put his heart and soul into this program. Read/listen to it, do the exercises, then watch your life take off.

1 personne a trouvé cela utile

Great Book for Personal Improvement

I really enjoyed this book. The content was put together in a way that anyone could incorporate into their life. It showed me how much time I waste on things that don't matter and to focus on what really does to have a purposeful and happy life.

1 personne a trouvé cela utile

It's simple, yet we make it complicated!

Enjoyed the book very much. Very insightful! I truly admire the motivation behind the book, and look forwards to implementing the ideas for a perfect day.

1 personne a trouvé cela utile

Great reaminder

Craig, confirms the truth of greatness inside everyone is wanting out! and can help make the world better by focusing on My Vision! others will support me if I share and ask!

1 personne a trouvé cela utile

do not buy

this book is basically an ad to attend one of Craig's seminars. what a disappointment

2 personnes ont trouvé cela utile

Good book and a Repeat Offender

narrated well, enjoyed the energy and details for steps and processes. a must read as a stepping stone tool to bring in additional clarity and organizing your personal and business goals and life

Actionable Ideas that Will Improve Your Life

This book asked some questions I have never considered. My answers to those questions, and going through the exercises, will definitely improve my day and make me more productive at work and in my personal life. I reccomend this book. Make sure to answer the questions and do the exercises or this book has no value.