BOOK BRIEF

Do the Work

Steven Pressfield
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Do the Work

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

Book Brief

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Steven Pressfield

Do the Work

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

109

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Do the Work, Steven Pressfield guides individuals through the stages of executing creative projects. Emphasizing action, he tackles internal and external obstacles, encouraging readers to persistently push forward. The book presents practical strategies to overcome resistance and achieve completion.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

26,990 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Steven Pressfield's Do the Work is praised for its motivational and concise guidance on overcoming creative resistance. Readers appreciate its straightforward, no-nonsense approach and actionable advice. However, some criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Overall, it's considered a valuable read for those needing an extra push to start and complete their projects.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Do the Work?

A reader who would enjoy Do the Work by Steven Pressfield is likely a creative professional looking to overcome procrastination and self-doubt. Fans of The War of Art by Pressfield himself or Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert would appreciate the practical advice and motivational tone of this guide to conquering creative blocks and completing projects.

4.2

26,990 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

109

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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