Last week I had the pleasure of reading Hustle: The Life Changing Effects of Constant Motion on my Kindle by Jesse Warren Tevelow. If you’re stuck in a rut, or want to read something motivational to “get you going,” this might be a good read for you. Currently, it’s only $0.99 on Kindle. Read more below:
Title: Hustle: The Life Changing Effects of Constant Motion
Author: Jesse Warren Tevelow
Formats: Kindle, Paperback, Audible (side note for Audible — you may want to save your free book or credit for a more expensive title as it’s currently only $4.87; be sure to check the price in case it’s changed, especially if you want to purchase directly)
Reviews: 4.6/5 Stars (Amazon)
Why I Recommend: Many people have “analysis paralysis.” They may have trouble moving forward and may stay “settled” because they have fear, are uncomfortable, or simply over-analyze before moving forward. This book will get you in the mindset of gaining momentum so that you can instead reap the benefits of gaining insights as you make significant progress in your endeavors.
Warnings: For those who want to take action and move forward. It’s not a long text, but just long enough to get you in the spirit of moving forward.
Structure of the Book (and highlights): The book is divided into 15 chapters:
Chapter 1: Introduction
- Author cites examples of well-known people who have demonstrated what “hustling” really means.
- Key: “Constant motion delivers life-changing results.”
- There is value in creating momentum.
Chapter 2: Where Does Hustle Come From?
- Boils down to aversion to settling — you want more.
- Discusses how to improve confidence due to whom you surround yourself with.
Chapter 3: Hustler’s Diary – Day 1
Author chronicles his progress on writing the book quickly as an example of hustling; his diary entries are insightful as he is faced with common issues we may be faced with as we try to hustle.
Chapter 4: What Does Hustle Require?
- Adjusted mindset.
- Facing your fears.
Chapter 5: Hustler’s Diary – Day 2
Author chronicles his progress on writing the book quickly as an example of hustling; his diary entries are insightful as he is faced with common issues we may be faced with as we try to hustle.
Chapter 6: Hustler’s Habits and Tricks
- Discusses taking the leap from mindset to action.
- Question everything.
- Gather inspiration.
- Focus and productivity tips.
- Manage your physical energy (this is something I addressed in my own book, Optimize Your Productivity).
Chapter 7: Hustler’s Diary – Day 3
Author chronicles his progress on writing the book quickly as an example of hustling; his diary entries are insightful as he is faced with common issues we may be faced with as we try to hustle.
Chapter 8: Hustler’s Traits
- Idiosyncrasies of hustlers.
- Emphasizes focus on a goal and disregard for forced convention.
- Ignore Doubters
- Think Different.
Chapter 9: The Lifestyle of a Hustler
- Getting things done.
- “Ship Product.”
- Expect detours but keep on hustling!
Chapter 10: Thirty-six Hours of Pure Focus
- Rules can be rewritten.
- Not overwhelming.
- “Working faster = more focus, passion and output.”
Chapter 11: Hustler’s Diary – Day 4
Author chronicles his progress on writing the book quickly as an example of hustling; his diary entries are insightful as he is faced with common issues we may be faced with as we try to hustle.
Chapter 12: From Concept to Launch in Seven Days
- How the author planned the book.
- Authors discusses how he organized himself, tracked process, and pursued the publishing process.
Chapter 13: Hustler’s Diary – Day 5
Author chronicles his progress on writing the book quickly as an example of hustling; his diary entries are insightful as he is faced with common issues we may be faced with as we try to hustle.
Chapter 14: So You Want to Be a Hustler?
- Discusses steps you can take.
- “Live your life as a hustler.”
Chapter 15: Who Are the Hustlers?
- More examples and wrap-up.
Closing Comments: Overall, a good book to get the idea of moving forward ingrained in your mind. This does not mean rushing through projects without creating things of high-quality. The focus is more on the idea of moving forward at all, since many people will stay settled in their ways and they struggle to make progress.
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