Eight Week Course Essentialism Book Report Questions Module 1—Ch 1-4

Eight Week Course Essentialism Book Report Questions Module 1—Ch 1-4

Instructor, Dr. J

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1.  What does the German phrase “Weniger niger aber besser” have to so with managing time and effort well?  (Be thorough, minimum ½ page.)

2.  What are the four lessons that Greg McKeown learned when he went to the client meeting leaving his wife and newborn behind, in the hospital?  (Be thorough, minimum ½ page.)

3.  What are some key examples McKeown shares as the “undisciplined pursuit of more”?  (Explain each. Be thorough, minimum ½ page.)

4.  How can time-based essentialism decisions be compared to our “closet space”?  (Compare the author’s illustrations of making closet decisions. Be thorough, minimum ½ page.)

5.  According to McKeown, what are the “tradeoffs” and why are they vital to becoming an Essentialist?  (Be thorough, minimum ½ page.)

6.  How could you explain the three entrenched assumptions of Essentialism to a close family member or friend, who “really needs this”?  (Be thorough, minimum ½ page.)