Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence
Ratings12
Average rating3.4
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Ratings12
Average rating3.4
Drawing on cutting-edge research along with practical findings, this landmark book on the science of attention reveals what distinguishes experts from amateurs and stars from average performers, and urges readers to pay attention to what matters to them most. 200,000 first printing.
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AUDIOBOOK
I only got about 10% of the way through this book. It was too slow and drawn out for me. Nothing practical, just information. I was bored and couldn't get into it. I might try to listen to it again.
Goleman is great at putting forth complex concepts under an umbrella theme. He takes the theme of Focus to several areas and clarifies it's importance and current scarcity of focus in our society. I was especially interested in the part concerning children and the effects of guided focus and impulse control on the long run.
Now focus. I'm going to tell you something important. And...shhhh...it's a secret. Ready? Okay, here it is: The most important thing is...focus. Yes, focus. So, are you doing that? If you aren't, could you please try it? Yes, focus. I'm telling you it's important. Simple. But important. So let's all go out there and focus.
Interesting and helpful exposition of how we pay attention in various situations, what parts of the brain are involved and how to improve your focus and attention.
