Josh Kaufman

Josh Kaufman is an author and researcher whose work focuses on business, entrepreneurship, skill acquisition, applied psychology, and practical wisdom. Before becoming a full-time writer and researcher, he worked in brand management for Procter & Gamble’s Home Care division, leading projects involving product development, marketing, and major retail customers. He also developed P&G’s global online marketing measurement strategy.

Kaufman is the author of The Personal MBA: Master the Art of Business, The First 20 Hours: How to Learn Anything…Fast!, and How to Fight a Hydra: Face Your Fears, Pursue Your Ambitions, and Become the Hero You Are Destined to Be. His books address business fundamentals, rapid skill acquisition, and practical approaches to pursuing difficult goals.