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beckerlisa's review
1.0
This book is about what the author calls “the hyperactive hive mind”, interspiced with different working methodologies and a rant about instant electronic communication. I’ve learned nothing and took nothing new from reading this very chaotically written yet lengthy book. After reading Newport’s other works, this one was a big disappointment. “Digital Minimalism” and “Deep Work” are some of my favorite books out there which I would highly recommend almost anyone to read but “A world without email” wasn’t worth time or money.
For me it falls in the category: “Could’ve been an email.” (Or an article, for that matter)
For me it falls in the category: “Could’ve been an email.” (Or an article, for that matter)
cpskee's review
informative
slow-paced
2.75
This could have been a booklet. Love the personal Kanban idea and had some actionable takeaways but also … too repetitive
adorkablereader's review
4.0
Very appropriate for reading around the time of my ADHD diagnosis. How my mind does not work well with hivemind workflow and how to prioritize your organization.
natgdye's review
5.0
Had some great insights, definitely making me rethink how I work and communicate with others and expect others to communicate with me
tooshark's review
4.0
Interesting ideas all around. It felt repetitive, but it was also thorough, so two sides, I suppose. If you liked Newport's other books (read Deep Work first!), you'll probably get some value out of this.