Off the Clock

Off the Clock by Laura Vanderkam invites readers on a journey to better manage their time, through changing their perception of how it is spent. The author explores the emotional and psychological aspects of the 168 hours we all have each week, cutting through the noise of traditional time-management advice. Vanderkam shares strategies that help to savour life’s best moments, no matter how busy one might be. "Laura Vanderkam is one of the world's leading experts in time management and productivity... her insights in Off the Clock can change your life" - Dorie Clark, author of Stand Out "Laura Vanderkam delivers a compelling and evidence-based argument that busyness is overrated in our current culture. Living a full life, at work and at home, is about doing the right things well, and confidently missing out on everything else" - Cal Newport, bestselling author of Deep Work "I loved it... Vanderkam expertly weaves together interviews with experts, anecdotes about her own personal life, philosophical musings, and scientific research" - Shana Lebowitz, Business Insider UK Learn to savour life’s best moments through mindset shifts that alter your perception of time. Laura Vanderkam, the acclaimed author of What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, offers a unique perspective that goes beyond the typical advice of saving seconds and minutes. She encourages readers to focus on the quality and emotional impact of their time, highlighting that we often have more time than we think and can reduce stress while achieving more. With the right habits, you can live efficiently and effectively, and yet still see time as abundant. Vanderkam teaches how to:

• Clear your calendar of activities that are boring, stressful, or simply not the best use of your time.
• Tackle your top priorities during the hours when you have the most energy, changing your perception of what it means to be productive.
• Linger in great experiences while they’re happening, and understand how good memories can make time seem to expand.

Packed with insights from busy yet relaxed professionals, including 'time makeovers' of individuals learning to use these tools, Off the Clock inspires readers to create lives that are not only productive but enjoyable in the moment. This book is perfect for anyone looking to make the most out of every hour while reducing stress and finding joy in the everyday.