This is not one of Peters' best books. In fact, I struggled with a four versus three star assessment. I succumbed to four, largely because the content is useful and needs to be absorbed. Unlike many of Peters other books, however, this one left me relatively flat during the read and at the end.
Looking at all work as a project, and an opportunity to make a difference and infuse WOW! into the product or process is the basic foundation of the book. Approaching your life, career, work and any assignment as a project in which WOW! can be delivered will separate you from the lemmings in the crowd, will help you and your organization compete, and will lead to success. Unfortunately, the elements of the book that I would look to for inspiration or even perspiration resulted in a little irritation or constipation. Focus was on time management, list making, idea tracking, meeting management, team composition and creativity. In all, very solid advice, but the approach Peters used left me asking where the "WOW!" was in the writing - especially since I absolutely swear by his other works and find him to be one of my favorite authors and speakers.
If you are a fan of Peters, you may find this book a bit of a letdown relative to others. The contents are good, the material and presentation solid - but not WOW!
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