Tim Ferriss

Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, investor, best-selling author, and public speaker. He is best known for his New York Times best-seller, The 4-Hour Workweek, which has sold over 1.3 million copies in 40+ different languages. He is the person behind a number of other successful products, podcasts, books, and TV appearances.

Born in 1977 in New York City, Tim Ferriss was always a curious child. He attended St. Paul’s School in New Hampshire and graduated from Princeton University in 2000. After college, he went on to work at corporate giants like Microsoft and Oracle. But he quickly grew bored with the corporate ladder and realized it wasn’t right for him. He made his own way, becoming an early investor and advisor to companies like Facebook, Twitter, Stumbleupon, Evernote, and Uber.

In 2007, Ferriss released his first book, The 4-Hour Workweek, which quickly became a best-seller and ushered in a new era of productivity and lifestyle optimization. It quickly developed a cult following, with Ferriss teaching readers to manage their time, accomplish more by doing less, and build a business that runs on autopilot.

Ferriss followed up the success of the 4-Hour Workweek with his 2011 book, The 4-Hour Body, which became his second New York Times best-seller. The 4-Hour Body teaches readers how to “hack” their own biology through techniques like diet and exercise. Ferriss has also released several other books and continues to be a well-known public figure.

In 2015, Ferriss created his popular podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show, which has featured an array of guests, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bill Gates, Tony Robbins, Jamie Foxx, and Maria Popova. Each episode provides a deep dive into the minds and habits of some of the most successful people in the world. The podcast currently has over 400 million downloads worldwide.

Ferriss’ books and podcast draw on many different disciplines, such as psychology, management, nutrition, exercise science, and more. His deep knowledge base makes him a sought-after expert in a variety of areas, including personal and professional growth, business, finance, and health and wellness.

In addition to his books and podcast, Tim Ferriss is also a highly sought-after thought leader and public speaker, providing invaluable insights to audiences around the world. He is also an active investor and advisor, using his knowledge and connections to help guide and back up-and-coming entrepreneurs and start-ups.

Tim Ferriss has been an integral part of the success of the 4-Hour Workweek and is quickly becoming one of the most prolific figures in the business world. Through his books, podcast, and public speaking engagements, Ferriss offers advice, guidance, and inspiration to everyone he meets. He is a truly inspiring force and a major advocate for lifestyle optimization and reaching one’s potential.