The 4 Hour Workday (How Creatives Work Less & Earn More)

[@souminerva]

Since I applied you 4 Hour Workday in my life, it changed completely. I coudn't focus before and felt a fraud because I coudn't stop to study 8 hours nonstop, so I was paralized and didn't study at all. But since I put 4 hour divided in pomodoro, I've been very productive. Thanks, Dan!

[@DanKoeTalks]

Fk yeah, the perceived pressure helps so much

[@clickryanG]

Explore a napachino, Small coffee ( like 2-3 shot ml) and then no longer than 22 min nap mid afternoon. It breaks up the day with a jolt of caffeine kicking in 30 min later to get your focus back. As an ex professional athlete, we learned to recharge with smaller naps between 2 or 3 x training daily.

[@JohnnyB.]

My KZbin channel wouldn’t be where it’s at (23k subs) without the 6months-1year I spent going to the public library with my laptop every morning from 10am-1pm. Just 3 hours per day and I forced myself to not work on anything the rest of the day. Believe it or not I actually got more done than I did when working on and off all day, fighting distractions in my room / house. The library forced a quiet study-focused location where all I could do is work. Those 3 hours per day for just a few months put me so far ahead of where I ever imagined I could have been. You’d be surprised how far you can get in 3 hours of constant work! Plus, having the rest of the day actually helped my creative ideas, and almost cured my burnout within the first few days. I swear, the change in environment alone was enough to be a positive influence! Highly recommend.

[@axelsylvian]

Can't wait for your book to drop. You've been one of the biggest inspirations for me to improve on creating youtube videos.

[@hansheimeimer7844]

When will it be released approximately? Because I'm definitely buying that shit.

[@DanKoeTalks]

Hell yeah, grateful to be an inspiration. Hope you enjoy the book :)

[@DanKoeTalks]

@@hansheimeimer7844September 5th is official launch

[@Youtubite15]

The book is already out. Tim Ferris wrote it. The 4 Hour Work Week.

[@axelsylvian]

@@Youtubite15 I love how you think you can criticize something that isn't even out yet, that's quite passionate about being a hater

[@Greatest_Verses]

As soon as I began the process of ego disintegration, it became clear to me how my “hard work” was just an an delusional idea in my mind which was holding me back. I failed to become a professional soccer player, but played division one soccer and it’s exactly what you are talking about as to why I didn’t fulfill that dream. I put myself under immense anxiety by overtraining, and never had that flow state which is paramount to sports. Wish I watched this content 4 years ago. However I am starting my own business now. I have patented the process, created an application, and am in the stage of raising capital. Thanks for this insightful content. You are truly benefiting society!

[@GabrielCarvv]

This is very relatable.

[@theloniuspoon]

this dude has insanely high concept coaching i feel like he's almost too smart for the average viewer on youtube, no lambos, no flashy stuff, just insanely articulate well researched business advice

[@erenyeeagah204]

really needed this, i used to feel bad whenver i wasnt being productive and it made my life stressfull, after taking a short vacation, i noticed that my head was muc clearer and i had improved and grown.

[@basictoglamchictravels]

I have actually reached this point where I'm working atleast 4-hrs a day but it wasn't the case when I was starting out, it def needs time and once you get the rhythm, its smooth. Now working towards your 2-hrs a day work schedule, work both hard and smart! Thanks man!

[@theloniuspoon]

DAN KOE IS MY NEW GURU!!

[@camcurtiss405]

I love how clear it is how much time you've spent thinking about and living what you preach.

[@Crisis_DangerousOpportunity]

"the time to money ratio has to decrease as you grow or get better at business" 🔥

[@Taylor11_11]

This video showed up within the divine "timing" for me. I really appreciate this.

[@emitanase]

LOVED this video. I always feel guilty for not working more, even though I know that after 4 hours of deep, focused work I have no more creative energy left.

[@sigilpop]

Such great insights for creative people who are serious to cultivate an entrepreneurial lifestyle!

[@sharityjoy2427]

Thank you Dan for making this valuable video, this made me realize that risking it all, ur happiness, family, health and personal interests is not necessary to sacrifice in order to sustain ur business.

[@AdrianMark]

It's like if Eeyore decided to share his genius with the world. ❤ Thanks for this man!

[@vectorvix6254]

The most concise, meaningful, high-value content in current circulation. Thank you, Dan.

[@tiffszo]

I just came across your channel, and I absolutely love it. It is the perfect combination of philosophical, motivational & entrepreneurial ... Literally exactly what I have been looking for!!! Thank you, Dan.

[@jamespyle3108]

Thank you so much for this valuable advice, you are a true inspiration my friend. It seriously cannot be underestimated the amount of value you put out, getting caught up in the Hustle and Grind culture is such a toxic paradigm to follow.

[@krisumusic]

As a music producer, I work from home. I told people/friends that in the past year I prefer working 3-4 hours, then simply go out in nature or hit the gym, then come home and make food and decide whether I wanna continue on work/music or do whatever I wish. But those first 4 hours are what matters! The rest of the day is my for my physical and mental health. I tried working full-time with youth as a leader for 6 weeks at the start of 2023, it meant 10 hours away every day. The job went well but I felt so miserable with no time or energy for music, my own business or the gym. I know I can work smarter and earn more in the creative world.

[@montanaweatherby2631]

How did you become a music producer? Is your income from streams? Or do you do private music for companies?

[@krisumusic]

@@montanaweatherby2631 I never "tried" to make it my job, it was my main hobby to make my own songs, I just released my first albums and solo music back in 2012 through a distributor when I was 20 years old and after 3 years it had took off and I got to around 100.000 listeners on Spotify in recent years. So it's mainly income from streaming but since I'm nowhere near "big" I'm starting to write and produce for others to make ends meet. But I think in 5 years if I'm able to grow further on Spotify then things are looking alright. I did produce for Epidemic Sound during 2020 for example but now I freelance :) In short, I started early, before "everyone" produced music like it seems now and I made songs in a genre that was popping off around 2013. I made a few albums in the genre known as Chillstep before anyone else had made albums. That helped! But now, I don't want to chase what's popular now but rather just make what I personally wants to hear and enjoy making.

[@jamesgrahamlife]

Legend. Thanks so much for sharing this experience. The idea of depth being the only way to sustain attention is exactly what I’ve been grappling with at the moment. Will follow your example with the newsletter and KZbin. 🙏🏻

[@SteezVideoStudios]

there is always a different way of being, a different operating system, other than the way things are and the way we think things ‘should’ be. Hustling and achieving is much more inefficient than aligning and receiving. The latter just requires high high level of creativity, trust, and belief in self

[@themissionslayer]

Every video I watch manages to touch on exactly what I’ve been fighting with myself about. As always great work, Dan. Your work is appreciated!

[@derrickpackard8891]

Congrats on the 100th video Dan. Thanks man. Love two hour writer so far and every content piece you produce!

[@DanKoeTalks]

Oh wow didn’t even realize it, let’s go Glad you’re enjoyed 2hw dude🫡

[@DanKoeTalks]

@Dankoe9gtfo

[@meetseanbrown]

This was REALLY good. Explained a lot of challenges I'm dealing with starting out as a creative entrepreneur. Was able to intuit this, but never put these exact words to it. Very well said and articulated. Brilliant. $1M in value easy. 👏🏾Thank you.

[@pacochavezlp]

You´ve inspired me to get over my fear of posting on social media and using my knowledge to connect with people. I haven´t been able to monetize more than $100 but I'm in it for the long game.

[@seya_eury]

Would you mind sharing how you overcame that fear and actually effectively connected with people? Thanks

[@artfulnotebook]

Thank you, Dan, for the inspiration and the road map for achieving personal entrepreneurial goals.

[@sonumohammed9610]

The whole point of me working relentlessly on my side hustle is to quit my 9-5 and achieve the 4-hour work week. I wake up at 4:30 AM to work on my side hustle (copywriting). Early morning is the only time when I can do deep work. The rest of the day is filled with 9-5 and the gym. I think you have to work more than 12 hours a day to even achieve the 4-hour work week when you are in this position. I mean, a 4-hour week is the prize man. Wishing you well on your journey.

[@heikorudi6105]

4 hour work week is bs, stick with 4 hours a day and look for something you. like doing

[@eye_cough]

I have found this to be true in my art practice. It’s more about the quality of hours vs the quantity. Thanks!

[@zekedesmet]

I’m late because I was listening to another Dan Koe podcast 😆 what’s up everybody!

[@davidefem320]

Hi Dan, you're a big inspiration to me. your messages are powerful. You inspire me and I will start my KZbin channel soon. Thanks alot.

[@joshuastclairmusic]

Just started writing my second book. I’m reaching huge word counts on my morning two hour writing session. Thanks for your powerful advice Dan!

[@Gm-ce5kg]

huge word counts but is it good though ?

[@joshuastclairmusic]

@@Gm-ce5kg Not at the moment. It's the draft though. The whole idea is just getting the story onto paper. I'll craft it later. It's a beast of a story though, will take a long time.

[@outliersbrasa]

Koe, You are getting glow!

[@nickesgimba1434]

First time watching your video and I love you already... Thanks for sharing this Dan 🙏

[@robertwaterson9785]

The value just keeps staking!

[@jackiek4159]

These videos are bible! Thank you for all the value Dan! 🙏💕✨

[@davidefem320]

absolutely, I love Dan Koe. I had to download all his videos and named the Folder Dan Koe academy

[@matet87]

You can really explain a lot of things very clearly in av= very precise manner.

[@kvdesign5348]

best productive vedeo I ever watched.. thank you will fit the schedule, lets see the magic

[@costanzauk]

brilliant video. I had to pause it a few times to write some great quotes down, thanks a lot

[@davidw1324]

Nice. I have been doing some of the things you just talked about. Good to know that I may be on the right track without me knowing what I was doing.Thank you.

[@SpinDoc420]

intentional procrastination can help give you room and insight to be able to pivot to speedbumps that always tend to show up in a project..

[@dovetailtrinity]

Always guaranteed to get value for my time when I watch one of your videos! Thank you👌🙏

[@mandandi]

I agree with you on the length of work. It does depend on the kind of work you do. Lately, I am investing money(shares, passive income options etc) and I realise that I don't need to spend a lot of time making money daily. The supplement I sell does not need much work either - I prepare it, freeze it and thaw it when ready to bottle it for customers. It's still a small business, so it does not require a lot of time.

[@horizoniki]

you can also decrease the length of ANY work to an hour per day if you automate or delegate tasks. for that you would need outsourcing, and for that you might need more income to afford paying people to do your work. 3 sources of somewhat income is better than a single job of any kind. time is more valuable than money and theres a ton of people ready to pay a ton of money if you can save them a lof of time and for that you need the skill and experience to pass over to your employees, and for that you put in hours into work. you can also decrease the length of any work to an h.. life is a funny thing

[@TouchGrassMedia]

another banger from Dan The Man Koe Thanks for giving me 10% extremely useful content to download in my brain and 90% philosophy that makes me realize just how dumb i am

[@amaraci]

I subbed to you when you were a very small channel (maybe 20-30k?!), and now I can't believe you're at 300k+ in what seems to have been a blink of an eye. Congrats! 🎉 Begs the question and maybe a topic for a video: How did you do it? How often do you post? What other channels do you use (apart from LinkedIn, where I follow you also 😅) to drive people here (if that's what you use those platforms for)? I am so intrigued by you and your walking-the-talk thing you've got going on. 😊

[@arthurmurray6276]

Good morning!! I’m new to your channel & you’ve already helped me, well I’m 54 & I’m the Guy that’s been working a job for 10+yrs & I’m sick of it!! Working one hr a day to learn Email Marketing is where i want to start & hopefully get great @ it!! My question to you is What!! & Where do I study this?? Where do I begin even though I’m not computer savvy?

[@Gm-ce5kg]

most valuable vid i watched so far

[@ashish_sunny]

Thank you Dan. This was a brilliant, deep study!

[@abnerlouischarles]

Just found your channel today and started diving in. Watching you feels like playing a chess player several points above me. You've got a lot of layered knowledge and I'm wondering how much time and energy you must've invested to get to this point, and the kind of people you must've been surrounded by.

[@LisaMcClendonMusic]

Welcome to the tribe. Dan is the man.

[@hurmaes]

Same here! It feels like he's showing us the way to a path we never even knew existed, a path where all of us could prosper and create meaningful creations without sacrificing ourselves in the process. I'm in awe at how much knowledge he has, and am wondering just how he could have amassed such wisdom.

[@MrDeSilva]

great take Dan,, thank you very much!! I always look forward to your videos,,we have similar philosophies,,cheers from the Panama Canal,,stay safe

[@mannyade2890]

I love this! Has opened up my mind

[@jiyingli9938]

The content in this channel is not really novel, but mostly a copy and mixture from some bestselling books and branded as new ideas. The fact that most people do not have the time or determination to finish books may make this channel somewhat useful. But I would encourage people to read the books and extract the most applicable part for yourself.

[@rasheedlewis1]

Which books?

[@Young1336]

Love your videos ❤ Always great

[@melindagallegan5093]

I’m obsessed with all things fantasy, novels, tv series, films, video games etc. I am also writing a fantasy book series. So does it make sense that my niche is my love of the fantasy genre?

[@0to100Journey]

Great info, thanks for sharing!

[@notokek]

I have been following your Instagram for a while and really liked your visual aesthetic and, of course, productivity and focus advices! And now I found out you have a KZbin channel. You are an amazing human being and I truly believe you’re making world a better place Thank you for what you do and have a nice day!

[@blooming_lounge]

Thank you for your content!❤ I am curious, what do you do the rest of the day when you’re not working? I feel so anxious and guilty if I’m not creating or working, and I miss out on what could be fulfilling in my life. How do you fill your day with joy once you’re done working?

[@justinkassinger8238]

Great question. This is unusable information. I'm sure you can't just work 4 hours a day lol. It's pointless to even watch these videos. This dude doesn't live in reality with us regular folks

[@ulx868]

use those remaining hours to learn a new skill or hone those that you already know. when he says a 4hr work day he doesn't literally mean do nothing the remaining hours throughout your day. it's like someone who day trades right... they don't have to be on the charts THE entire day, but a maximum of 4hours they can make $100s and $1,000s of dollar. that is THEIR workday, as example. the rest of the day could be spent with family, doing hobbies they enjoy or whatever the case may be. I don't think you should be taking his advice so "strictly" but understand that its a process from working 8hr shifts at a job paying you minimum wage or perhaps a job you enjoy, to having a business that doesn't take half as much time to do so that you may continue to do the things you like without utilizing your entire day... hope that helps...

[@alluringlifestyleproperties]

Wealthy and highly successful people all read lots of books, some read a book a week. Work out. Get out and meet all the people you can. Start another business.

[@naeemwahla6271]

respect from Pakistan

[@chickenortheeggphotography]

In short, automation, scheduling and repurposing, will save you a ton of ton of hassle. Work smarter, not harder. After I began to apply this to some of my posting content it's saves me a lot of effort in trying to be creative when it's clearly not happening. But let's not forget how much time you've spent building up to a "4 hour workday" Own that 4 hour work day like you used to own your hustle days.

[@trulyyouvideo587]

This is not a mere video. This is a wellspring of water - creative refreshment, realignment, encouragement and boot up the bum as needed. Will be returning to listen again - and again. Can't possibly absorb all the nutrition here in one sitting. Thank you, Mr Koe!

[@tommyz3103]

4 hours a day = full 4 hours productivity . 8 hours a day = chatting 4 hours + 4 hours half productivity

[@farahkantor]

Brilliant as always

[@PatriciaDawn3]

Truly appreciate your content and passion to inspire and the direct clear honesty. Thank you for all you do. Hiy.hiy

[@cicifinance]

Thank you Dan❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jdean2131]

Nicely Done ✅

[@notesaver]

Could you explain what you mean „to focus on one thing, you have to focus on multitude of things that stand on your way to focus on the main thing?“ I’ve been rewatching the video but this part is still a bit unclear to me!

[@thomasstewart9156]

Seriously helping me out my guy! 😮

[@saracummins1]

Thank youuuuu!! 🎉

[@0i0l0o]

Beautiful.

[@CJ2K]

The ending 🔥

[@dragomirvoicu8885]

Another great video and info 🎉❤

[@davidleimann4673]

Amazing!

[@ethanos3464]

Babe wake up Dan Koe uploaded

[@john_pantoja]

this is gold!

[@ios16art]

I agree but I also think messaging in teachings does resonate maybe over a longer period of time. Can you guarantee any one person can go solo in an instant? I mean sustainably. Or do some folks maybe need to reflect more and delay until they have a specific time to launch?

[@nastja3294]

I love your content! Thank you :)

[@shakebraza196]

Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu.

[@ekansoong]

Really great stuff

[@cain8284]

this guy's world view is Intresting.

[@melindagallegan5093]

Also in that 4 hours a day? Does that include everything from maintaining your social media, writing/shooting/editing KZbin videos and then writing your novel?

[@TotalTech2.]

2:15 I am so glad you said that. For the longest time I was so scared that I was the only KZbinr who had no idea what he was doing. It's nice to hear someone bigger than me going through the same thing I am.

[@mjc-thatsme5669]

I'm in the phase of gearing down from 14 hour work days. I have hit panic after leaving my 9 - 5. Just waiting for that to pass now.

[@United_Wings]

Wow 🎉

[@lionohooo4900]

Wow Bro! Wow!

[@orlandomontavo9108]

Goat

[@mehmetuygur2412]

Dear Dan Koe, please add subtitles. I think, that will help you to scale in terms of views in KZbin. Small clips for youtube Shorts with lyrics and you are talking diamonds ❤

[@Alexandreportocamargo]

Acha q a Nord fiis e bom?

[@hallerius187]

Love the look of ur videos? What camera + lense are u using?

[@DuclosDocuments]

23:15 this point is going to go over most heads.

[@Diego.Talks.]

We need a day in the life of Dan Koe lol

[@whitemountain1754]

What's your podcast?

[@owensofcode]

The kid who procrastinates is me really I have to admit it. Let through the video for the 4 hour work day

[@BullDawgBoi1]

Creator question- how do you remember what you mentioned or brought up in old videos to the level that you can reference them and add video tag ? I know it’s script written but in general ..

[@aires8441]

He’s right! So, how do ppl stuck in 9-5 jobs w. Little $$ shift into this?

[@chadwithautism]

From my market research I came to realize that it's somewhat understandable for businessmen to be manipulative in order to earn the trust of at least a quite secular, and a bit neurotic audience. I said it's understandable, not acceptable for at least a somewhat morally grounded individual like me.

[@robertwhitehead1174]

Dan, do you vibe with Paul Chek?

[@robertwhitehead1174]

Bro, show me the way.

[@HealthandBeautyAP]

I agree that many people including myself over works. That being said, this new work-life balance mindset is creating a new culture of lazy self absorbed people. This is my 2 cents. I think that work fluctuates just like your life fluctuates. I think this philosophy only works like I said for people who have an established business or who have a spouse who supports them or who has a product based business.

[@RobertDelPlane]

I believe I can work the amount of hours I want to work

[@HealthandBeautyAP]

This doesn't work for every industry. I am an acupuncturist. If I work for 4 hours a week this means I will not be able to pay my overhead. I can only treat so many people per hour. For every patient I have I need to do charting which adds an hour per day. On top of this, I need a team which I need to pay with the hours I work. I get what you are saying, leverage is important but it all depends on what phase of business and how much capital one has to hire others to leverage time. I have a colleague who has 5 clinics and many acupuncturists but he had capital to launch his business. Not every profession will allow working only for 4 hours a day.

[@Dr_MGwe]

Logical, oriented lecturer thank you.