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Procrastinate on Purpose: 5 Permissions to Multiply Your Time Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Rory Vaden (Author, Narrator), Penguin Audio (Publisher)
4.6 out of 5 stars 643 ratings

From the New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs—a bold new way to get things done.

New York Times bestselling author and sales-performance trainer Rory Vaden brings his high-energy approach and can-do spirit to the most nagging problem in our professional lives: stalled productivity. Millions are overworked, organizationally challenged, or have a motivation issue that’s holding them back. Vaden presents a simple yet powerful paradigm that will set listeners free to do their best work—on time and without stress and anxiety.

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  1. Listening Length
    6 hours and 14 minutes
  2. Author
    Rory Vaden
  3. Narrator
    Rory Vaden
  4. Audible release date
    November 14, 2023
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Penguin Audio
  7. ASIN
    B0C6R8NDCB
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 6 hours and 14 minutes
Author Rory Vaden
Narrator Rory Vaden
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Audible.com Release Date November 14, 2023
Publisher Penguin Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0C6R8NDCB
Best Sellers Rank #24,214 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#45 in Time Management (Audible Books & Originals)
#53 in Time Management (Books)
#107 in Personal Time Management

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Customers find the book well worth their time and appreciate its straightforward, easy-to-understand approach. Moreover, they value its thought-provoking content, with one customer noting how it enables readers to think like multipliers. Additionally, the book provides valuable insights into time management, with one review highlighting its effectiveness in managing tasks.

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45 customers mention "Value for money"45 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well worth their time and appreciate its content, with one customer describing it as an instant classic.

"...my favorite business authors, his “Take The Stairs” was one of the best books I read last year...." Read more

"Good book. but perhaps the word "procrastination" should be changed to "delay gratification"" Read more

"...Otherwise, I have gotten some great things from this book." Read more

"...that time is our most valuable tool and it is to be invested and not spent. How we invest our time decides our return...." Read more

43 customers mention "Insight"43 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enlightening and empowering, helping them manage their tasks and invest their time more effectively, with one customer noting it provides a great process for prioritizing what matters.

"...successful from a material perspective, it’s about learning to make the best choices that enable you to be a multiplier — someone who knows how to..." Read more

"...In his book 'Procrastinate on Purpose,' Rory Vaden shares a powerful insight: you can multiply your time by spending it on things today that will..." Read more

"I love the flow of this book. Easy read, and informative." Read more

"...Procrastinate on Purpose is filled with case studies, research, studies and suggestions and yet what I enjoy most, is you can imagine Rory sharing..." Read more

25 customers mention "Thought provoking"25 positive0 negative

Customers find the book thought-provoking and practical, with several mentioning its outstanding ideas and actionable content.

"...You’ll be inspired AND equipped with more effective ways to think and do life so you can add lasting value to the world and places that you influence..." Read more

"...His actionable ideas cause the reader to question their relationship with time and money...." Read more

"I really like the concept of this book, however the author refers constantly to his first book "Take the Stairs" and since I hadn't read..." Read more

"...How we invest our time decides our return. The most interesting concept in the book was the addition of significance to the Eisenhower quadrant..." Read more

21 customers mention "Ease of reading"21 positive0 negative

Customers find the book straightforward and easy to understand, with clear guidelines and well-explained principles.

"I love the flow of this book. Easy read, and informative." Read more

"...This book was designed to be read from front to back in order to grasp the whole concept Rory is trying to portray and can be read within a day or..." Read more

"...I got it this morning and am already well into it as it is a difficult book to put down...." Read more

"...That being said, I thought the principles in the book were well thought out and could apply to people at any level in their career and life...." Read more

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This book is fantastic, to say the least. I say it like it is and this book is no doubt one of the best I've ever read. First off, Rory is the real deal. He lives what he teaches and applies what he knows. When I look for authors to follow and learn from, I look for people who walk the walk. Second, Rory is authentic. How is he authentic? He's authentic in his messages and knowledge; he's authentic in his self-disclosure and his stories; and perhaps most importantly of all, he's honest and authentic about the ups and downs of life, the absurd number of priorities that we all face, and then presents a practical, implementable solution. Finally, this is just a fun read. It flows well, it's excellently edited, and it's a book that I recommend to anyone looking to not only better manage their time, but also to get more out of life as a whole. After all, time management is really life management!
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  • DanPow
    5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable Book For Business People
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2015
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    Rory Vaden is one of my favorite business authors, his “Take The Stairs” was one of the best books I read last year. That being said, once I heard that he had a new book coming out, I knew that I’d have to get it. One funny side note, his book came out at the beginning of the year, and I procrastinated ordering it for two months, pretty ironic. I think that might have been procrastinating on purpose though, so I think I’m good…. The most valuable things I learned from this book was how to create a “Focus Funnel”. When you have a a problem, or need to make a decision, (1) see if you can eliminate it. Are you the right person to make the decision? (2) If you are the right person for the task, is this a task that you can automate? Are there tools out there that you can invest in that will save you time? (3) If you can’t automate it or eliminate it, can you delegate this task to someone else? (4) If not, is it the right timing to complete the task or make the decision? If not, then procrastinate on purpose. Set up a time at a later date to accomplish it. Move on to the next task. (5) If it passes through all of the phases, and you can’t get rid of the task, then DO it! Concentrate on that one thing, complete it, and then move on!
    This book definitely wasn’t aimed at mere office surfs such as myself (definitely written more for experienced execs, high powered CEO’s, etc…), but I was able to learn a lot from it. Automation is one thing I needed to learn about. I send similar emails 5-10 times a week, which made me realize how important stock emails can be. Having to re-write the same basic email to customers every couple of days is boring, and wastes a lot of time! Anyways, great book! I have been able to apply it quite a bit already.
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  • Peters Legacy
    5.0 out of 5 stars This Book Will Change How You Do Live… If You Let It!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2021
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    Simply put if you’re too busy to read this book as well as the one Rory wrote before this one — Take The Stairs, well then quite frankly you’re too busy to get the most out of your life at home, work, and other areas you say you value. It’s not just about being successful from a material perspective, it’s about learning to make the best choices that enable you to be a multiplier — someone who knows how to set the right priorities and give the right kind of attention to those priorities.

    If you need help resetting your values and priorities in one or even multiple areas read this book! You’ll be inspired AND equipped with more effective ways to think and do life so you can add lasting value to the world and places that you influence. The choice is yours. I chose to Procrastinate On Purpose and Take The Stairs!
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  • John Gallagher
    5.0 out of 5 stars All kinds of great priority management tips and great case studies!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2023
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    Time is a precious resource that we all have in equal measure. In his book 'Procrastinate on Purpose,' Rory Vaden shares a powerful insight: you can multiply your time by spending it on things today that will give you more time tomorrow. But how can we do that when we can't stop the clock, call a timeout, or rewind? Time management is a myth. Instead, by eliminating, automating, and delegating tasks, we can gain a larger return on the time we invest in activities. Vaden's approach to priority management is sure to resonate with anyone who finds themselves too busy in their daily life. If you're looking for a book that will help you gain control of your time and achieve more with less stress, 'Procrastinate on Purpose' may be a book for you.
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  • Ken
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book on productivity
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025
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    Good book. but perhaps the word "procrastination" should be changed to "delay gratification"
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  • Hoshea
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love the cadence
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
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    I love the flow of this book. Easy read, and informative.
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  • Neen James Amazon Shop
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for anyone wanting to make a more significant contribution in the world
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2015
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    It’s not another time management book. I am not a big fan of those. I believe in Folding Time™ (achieving twice as much in half the time). As a productivity expert, I want people to create more significant moments in life that matter and that’s just one of the reasons I really enjoyed Rory’s book.

    His actionable ideas cause the reader to question their relationship with time and money. He provides strategies to identify significant priorities, systemization, and how to be a multiplier.

    This book is a must read for anyone who agrees that time management is out the window. Our world has changed and so must our relationship with how we focus our time, attention and energy.

    Procrastinate on Purpose is filled with case studies, research, studies and suggestions and yet what I enjoy most, is you can imagine Rory sharing these ideas with you because he is passionate about people creating lives they love to live. I highly recommend it for yourself as a leader and as a gift for your team. Invest in this book, hire Rory and his team – you will be so glad you did.
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  • Wade Danielson
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Time Saving Masterpiece I Didn't See Coming!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2015
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    In his book Rory Vaden shows you how the greatest leaders in the world have figured out how to literally multiply their time giving you tools and techniques that will empower you to master your productivity. The goal of the book is to teach you how to manufacture more time into your day, become more effective at work with less stress, and how utilize procrastination to your advantage. This book was designed to be read from front to back in order to grasp the whole concept Rory is trying to portray and can be read within a day or two.

    I had Rory on my podcast, The Entrepreneurs Library, to give a deep dive on Procrastinate on Purpose. With Rory’s experience he gives amazing insight on how to effectively utilize the power of procrastination to your advantage and add personal freedom to your daily schedule. If you would like to hear a review from the author himself check out episode 139 at theELpodcast.com/books.
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  • Claudia M. Loens
    3.0 out of 5 stars Tip: Read "Take the Stairs" before you read this book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2016
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    I really like the concept of this book, however the author refers constantly to his first book "Take the Stairs" and since I hadn't read that one yet, a lot of it doesn't resonate with me. I have since ordered that book but I wish I had known to read it before this one. Otherwise, I have gotten some great things from this book.
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  • Reporting Consumer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book to change what you thought about time.
    Reviewed in Canada on December 11, 2022
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    Books is brimming with ideas to challenge how you think about time. What can you do today, that will make your life better/quicker/ simpler tomorrow? Now give yourself permission to do it.
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  • wgim
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book!
    Reviewed in Brazil on June 2, 2017
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    The author gives us a lot of tips to avoid wasting our time with insignificant stuffs and and teaches us to wait for the best moment to act.
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  • MD
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books
    Reviewed in India on December 11, 2019
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    The principles described on this books are great and I am personally benefitted a lot. I wish I read this book few years back I would have benefitted a lot in my work place. It is a great book to read and great principles to follow.
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  • ClientAmazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Rafraîchissant
    Reviewed in France on February 25, 2020
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    Un excellent livre qui refait le point sur les principales méthodes classiques en gestion du temps et qui apporte une autre vision pour compléter les outils parfois un peu années 80 qu'on trouve partout.
    En particulier j'ai apprécié la notion de temps investi et la théorisation d'une 3ème dimension de priorisation pour compléter l'urgence et l'importance : le potentiel impact du temps investi pour l'avenir.
    Ou comment arrêter de passer ses journées à éteindre des feux et commencer à planter des graines pour plus de sérénité, de sens et d'impact pour les jours à venir
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  • Peter Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 28, 2022
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    This book gave me a simple usable system to prioritise what to do to be effective and to clear an obstacle that had been holding my business back.
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