Hachette Willpower Doesn't Work: Discover the Hidden Keys to Success

I have to admit that I didn't finish this book, the reason is that I find the author not creditable for me.1. The author claimed that he published his first research paper within one week, and another more than 10 papers within 6 months period, I wonder what’s the qualities of those “research papers”. I am used to mathematical or natural science research papers which may takes at least months or even years work before publication, I wonder maybe psychology is a completely different “science branch” that you can publish a “research paper” per month: but I believe before the publication you should still: have an idea, design experiment, collect data from experiments, have your first conclusion, have peer review, and improve your experiments … all finished in one month ? come on…2. There is hardly any fact in the book, the author wrote this book as a philosopher, he said what he thought, talked about what he felt, but hardly any facts to support his idea or conclusion. He usually said that: “many researches prove that: xxx”, but in most cases the authors would not mention what those researches were, or even bother to include an references to those research papers. I can hardly believe that's the way someone who received modern science training should do. Or may be he want to make it simple for his reader, but definitely he didn't think his reader has critical mind, who may want to do their own judgment.

Being an avid reader of personal development books, this was brought to my attention and I am so glad it was. This book is amazing. If you struggle to stick to routines or never keep at anything. If you find yourself always failing at any task then you NEED to read this book. The author has written it in such an easy to understand and implement fashion that you can instantly know what you need to change. This book isn't full of stories of others as examples or anecdotal waffle. This is just useful, interesting and noteworthy information from the start. Highly recommended.

This book came along at the perfect time for me and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. It was validating in that 'willpower literally does not work' and explained the deeply socially and psychological reasons why. Packed with studies and examples plus helpful hints on what to do to improve your life. To the author, I say a BIG thank you as it has changed my life for the better.

When I saw the title, I thought that i would never read the book. Then I saw Ben speak at an event and he blew everyone away and got a standing ovation. Then i read the book and I'm now on my 3rd read. Its in my 10 top books and I've got through over 500 around business personal development psychology achievement etc. I've bought it for several friends and they have all loved it.

I loved this book. It inspired me to look at my environments, routines and introduce or plan changes. It is written in an accessible and persuasive manner, packed with insights and tools to achieve desirable results. It also feels very current and understanding of modern day living.