Short, succinct, and the perfect book to give to someone who's working so hard they've forgotten how to get pleasure out of life. Written with humor and without preaching, it's a quick read and well worth the $10. (

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NellieMc | Jan 17, 2010 |

I was originally hooked by the title of this book. While written in a humorous style, it really does have some valid points. You don't need to be perfect at everything. Slack off a little and enjoy life more. (

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Tmyers526 | May 1, 2008 |

The book really only needs to be about 100 words. Instead, it really is too long for the amount of information enclosed. The summary: don't try too hard.

Some reviews thought the book was intentionally funny just because of the subject. Nope -- some of us really want to learn how to stop overachieving. (

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MrBobble | Mar 10, 2007 |

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Underachievers are the best, most dependable workers. This may seem counterintuitive, but the key here is that while some achievement is necessary and good for productivity, a lot of it is dangerous to you and everyone around you.

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Lower the bar. Turn it down a notch. Get off the Stairmaster. The Underachiever's Manifesto is the playfully persuasive pocket guide to living life to the least and loving it. With sharp humor and genuine wisdom, this welcome little book extols the fabulous benefits of underachievement in our overextended society. A witty introduction makes the case for the right amount of effort -- a lot less than we've been led to believe. Ten principles of underachievement establish the basics (#8: The tallest blade of grass is the surest to be cut); and practical applications show how mediocrity is the key to happiness at work, in relationships, dieting, exercise, investment, and more. Devilishly enlisting examples from philosophy, economics, science, and good common sense, The Underachiever's Manifesto is a lighthearted, life-changing rallying call for those who dare to do less and enjoy more.

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