The Joy of Missing Out
A productivity book by Tanya Dalton named Top 10 Business Book of the Year by Fortune that introduces the liveWELL Method, teaching that feeling overwhelmed isn't from having too much to do but from not knowing where to start, emphasizing doing less to be more productive.
Last updated: 2026-03-19 01:01
Overview
"The Joy of Missing Out: Live More by Doing Less" by Tanya Dalton offers a liberating shift in perspective: feeling overwhelmed isn't the result of having too much to do—it's from not knowing where to start.
Recognition
The book was:
- Named Top 10 Business Book of the Year by Fortune magazine
- Recognized as the best way to make workdays more productive by Goop
About the Author
Tanya Dalton is a nationally recognized productivity expert, bestselling author, and speaker who serves as a growth strategist for female leaders. She is the founder and CEO of inkWELL Press Productivity Co., a business that works as a catalyst in helping women create fulfilling lives with purpose.
The liveWELL Method
Through Tanya's proven system, The liveWELL Method, she gives you actionable strategies to help you:
- Discover your purpose
- Clarify your priorities
- Simplify your life
- Achieve true harmony by embracing the 'unbalance' that is inherent in our lives
Core Message
The book emphasizes that productivity is not about doing more—it's doing what's most important. Doing less might seem counterintuitive, but doing less is more productive because you're concentrating on the work you actually want to be doing.
JOMO vs. FOMO
The concept of JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) counters the modern FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) culture, encouraging readers to find satisfaction in being selective about commitments and focusing on what truly matters.
Target Audience
Described as the best productivity book for women leaders, though its principles apply universally to anyone seeking to simplify and focus their life and work.
Format
Available in hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats, with additional resources available on the author's website.
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