"Do It Today" Brief Summary #6

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Summary of "Do It Today" by Darius Foroux's

The Main Title or Theme

  • "Do It Today" focuses on overcoming procrastination and increasing productivity to achieve personal and professional goals.

Key ideas or arguments presented

  • Time Management:
    Effective ways to manage time and prioritize tasks.
Effective ways to manage time and prioritize tasks.

  • Break tasks down into smaller ones: Tackle tasks in small, manageable steps that aren’t overwhelming.
  • Set Deadlines: Create deadlines to keep yourself on track.
  • Eliminate distractions: Identify and eliminate distractions to maintain focus.

  • Overcoming Procrastination:
    Strategies to combat procrastination and focus.
Strategies to combat procrastination and focus.

  1. Prioritize projects: Focus on high-impact projects first (80/20 rule).
  2. Batch similar tasks: Combine similar tasks to keep productivity running.
  3. Use productivity tools: Use apps to organize and manage tasks more efficiently.

  • Performance:
    Increasing productivity and efficiency in everyday tasks.
  • Attitude:
    The need for a positive attitude drives growth.

Chapter Headings or Major Sections of a Book

1. Introduction:
Why we Procrastinate

2. Part 1: Mindset:

  • The power of Believe
  • Embrace uncertainty
  • Growth mindset

3. Part 2: Productivity

  • The importance of Habits
  • Make your life easier
  • The two minute rule

4. Part 3: Design

  • Pomodoro technique
  • Single tasking vs. multiple tasking
  • Use of distraction

5. Conclusion:

Putting it all together Key takeaways at the end

  • Consistency is Key
Small, consistent efforts lead to significant long-term results.

  • Perfect action
Doing things even imperfectly is more effective than waiting for the perfect moment.

  • Continuous Improvement
Always strive for gradual improvement in attitude and behaviour.


Background and Qualifications of the Author:
Entrepreneur, writer and entrepreneur. He has written several books and runs a popular blog focusing on personal development and entrepreneurship.

Compared to other books on the same subject

  • "Atomic Habits" by James Clear: Both books emphasize the importance of small, consistent actions and habit formation.
  • "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg: Habit has a similar concept but is a more science and research-based approach.
  • "Eat that frog!" By Brian Tracy: discuss practical tips for managing procrastination and prioritizing tasks.

Target or Intended Audience


  • Individuals struggling with procrastination
  • Employees looking to improve productivity
  • Anyone interested in personal growth and self-improvement

Acknowledgment or response to criticism of the book

  • Generally good reviews, praised for their practical and practical advice.
  • Some readers may find the advice repetitive but appreciate a simpler approach.

Recommendations (other similar books on the same topic).


  • "The Atomic Habits" by James Cleary
  • "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg.
  • "Deep Work" by Cal Newport
  • "Eat that frog!" By Brian Tracy
  • "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey

To Sum Up
"Do it today" offers practical strategies for overcoming procrastination, increasing productivity, and achieving personal and professional goals through effective time management and progressive thinking

Biggest Takeaway from the book

Progress, even imperfectly, is more effective than waiting for the perfect moment. 

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