10 steps for beginning the 4-Hour Workweek

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Want to start on the 4-hour work week but do not know where to start? Well I have compiled a short list that you can take action on immediately.

1 – Outsource tomorrow

Go out and find a VA. Don’t know any tasks you can outsource? That does not matter. This is an exercise in delegating. My first task was to book an appointment with my hairdresser (over Skyper using my Google Calendar).

2 – Check mail twice a day

Check your mail only fifteen minutes before going to lunch and fifteen minutes before you go home. By timeboxing your email checking, it takes less time and allows you to focus more on getting the important things done.

3 – Go on a low information diet

4 – Find inspiration

Read one article from Timothy Ferriss’ blog or view a video with Tim per day. This is great for inspiration and keeps you motivated.

5 – Brainstorm business ideas

Think passive income (a Muse). You should be able to remove yourself from the organization chart once everything is up and running. This could be in the info product category or similar.

6 – Describe your dreams and set a price tag on it

7 – Get a mentor to help you

Getting a mentor can help you with commitments. When you openly commit yourself to a goal, people tend to hold you up against it.

8 – Try getting a “work from home” day each week

If you are an employee try getting one day per week where you can work from home (read up on the strategies in the 4 hour workweek book).

9 – Start to plan a “mini-retirement”

Plan a mini-retirement of at least 2-3 months. This can also serve as a goal for your 4-hour progress

10 – Continue to read this blog

Shamless self plug. Living the 4-hour workweek is a process, and we share the road. Good luck.