Bill Jensen, Simplicity Survival Handbook

Sometimes business or self-help books are one idea and a whole lot of filler. When I first read Bill Jensen’s book The Simplicity Survival Handbook, I got the opposite: a book that is practical, easy to read and focused at the heart of what matters.  It’s worth picking up even if it’s just for the tip on how to delete 75% of your emails.

In this interview Bill and I tackle why editing is a critical skill in today’s world, how to use a courage-a-meter, why 1440 is the most important number you need to know … and advice on who should mentor you. If you are looking for tips on how to simplify your life and focus on your true purpose, this interview is for you.

Listen to the interview with Bill Jensen.

0:16    Michael introduces Bill Jensen (aka “Mr. Simplicity”)
1:15    Books written by Bill Jensen
8:17    Why editing is a critical skill in today’s world
9:43    Two core skills we all have to have
10:37  Why 1440 is the most important number you need to know
15:18  How to use a courage-a-meter
21:17  Advice on who should mentor you
22:15  If you could do just one thing to help get closer to Great Work – know, feel, do
25:25  What Bill is doing now
26:47  How to find out more about Bill Jensen and his work
27:34   Michael closes the interview

Be sure to visit Bill at his website Simpler Work, and take advantage of some free downloads for his book The Simplicity Survival Handbook. Bill is also on Twitter – @SimpletonBill

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