Check Out The Power of Less, by Leo Babauta

by Daniel Scocco

It was inevitable. Just a matter of time. Leo Babauta is one of the most prolific and talented writers I have ever seen, so coming up with a print book is a natural extension to his popular blog, Zen Habits.

I stopped counting a while ago, but if I am not wrong the man grew his blog to over 80,000 RSS subscribers in just two years. As you could have guessed, he does have some interesting things to say, and people are eager to listen.

The title of his book is , The Power of Less: The Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential…in Business and in Life.

I have not read it yet, but it is on my Amazon wish list (it costs $11.53). I am sure I will like it though. First of all because other people already are. It is in the Amazon best selling list right now. Secondly, because I agree with most of Leo’s ideas, and especially with his minimalist approach to life.

Finally, it is also nice to see a blogger that is going mainstream. I believe this book will be a huge success, and the cornerstone of such success is Leo’s blog. It helped him to put his expertise on the table, and also to create a very engaged community around it.

This is yet another example of how any popular blog can be used as springboard to other projects.

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14 Responses to “Check Out The Power of Less, by Leo Babauta”

Scott Williams on January 26th, 2009 9:26 am

I am a regular reader of Zen Habits and need to pick up a copy of the Power of Less…

I am a firm believer that your Not-To Do List is just as important as your To Do list!
Daniel Scocco on January 26th, 2009 9:44 am

@Scott, same here.
SEO Tips on January 26th, 2009 11:34 am

This sounds very interesting I will have a look at this.
DKumar M. on January 26th, 2009 11:38 am

I’m also a regular visitor of Zen Habits and I want to commit that Leo’s writing style is unique. I’m about to pick my copy of “The Power of Less”.
Miguel on January 26th, 2009 1:35 pm

Hello

Yes, I’m reading the power of less now by Leo. It’s worth reading folks. Extremely helpful, as the questions he raises have stuck with me as I go about my day… I’m planning on writing a review but I’d grab a copy as soon as you can.

-Mig
darren on January 26th, 2009 2:48 pm

Thanks for the head’s up…I will be ordering myself a copy.

Speaking of doing more with less, you should consider ‘Three Cups of Tea’. I just picked it up and couldn’t put it down.

Although the book has nothing to do with blogging, it talks about the power of ‘giving more’ with barely nothing at all. Makes me want to start.

Really cool story…seriously.
Daniel Scocco on January 26th, 2009 3:09 pm

@Darren, will check that one out.
Emma on January 26th, 2009 3:21 pm

I just wrote a review about this book. Just like Zen Habits the Power of Less is worth a read.
Laura-Whateverebay on January 26th, 2009 4:45 pm

I always appreciate a recommendation. This is new to me, so I am looking forward to check out his site and book. such a great post and the readers comments; I must go check it out. Thanks
Laura-Whateverebay on January 26th, 2009 4:46 pm

great post and with readers rec; I will check out the site and book

Previous comment – not sure if entered. sorry if duplicate
JeepnDave on January 26th, 2009 8:14 pm

Hey this is great Daniel. I just discovered Leo’s Zen site a few weeks ago and I was really pleased to see you recommending his stuff.
Shueqry on January 27th, 2009 10:19 am

just like what Google said, “less is more!”.
sikiş on February 4th, 2009 9:57 pm

I’m also a regular visitor of Zen Habits and I want to commit that Leo’s writing style is unique. I’m about to pick my copy of “The Power of Less”.
ravi on September 30th, 2009 5:08 am

This sounds very interesting I will have a look at this.