Tony Schwartz Books

We live in a culture obsessed with time—how to save it, maximize it, or schedule it more cleverly. But energy, not time, is the fundamental currency of high performance. Energy is what fuels every interaction, decision, and creative effort. Without sufficient energy—physical vitality, emotional resi...

From The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal

We visualize human energy as a pyramid. At its base lies physical energy—the foundation supporting all others. When your physical base is unstable due to poor sleep, nutrition, or inactivity, your emotional stability and mental clarity inevitably erode. Building above it, emotional energy gives your...

From The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal

The book begins with a vivid portrait of what my average week looks like. It’s anything but average, but I wanted readers to see the pace and intensity that define my world. My days begin early—often with calls before breakfast—and stretch late into the evening. Each hour brings a new challenge: a c...

From Trump: The Art of the Deal

My real education didn’t begin in college—it began with my father, Fred Trump. He was a tough, no-nonsense builder who worked in Brooklyn and Queens, developing affordable housing. From him, I learned discipline, attention to detail, and how to demand the best from people who work for you. He taught...

From Trump: The Art of the Deal