Smarter Living Starts Here: Master the Science of Perfect Timing with Daniel Pink

Why it matters when you work, exercise, and sleep.

If you’re a regular reader of this newsletter, you know that each weekday we send you five key insights from a recent nonfiction book, as presented by the authors themselves. On weekends, though, we like to offer up special material — fascinating content from across the Next Big Idea Club extended universe.

Today I thought I’d share one of our masterclasses — deep dives into a particular book, in which the author walks you through key ideas in a video or audio e-course format. These classes are available as part of a club membership or paid newsletter subscription and feature authors like Oliver Burkeman, Cal Newport, Annie Murphy Paul, Chip Heath, Dan Coyle, Ethan Kross, Maria Konnikova, and many more.

In this case that author is

Daniel Pink

, NBIC curator and bestselling writer behind books like Drive, To Sell is Human, and A Whole New Mind. One of Dan’s most widely-read books is 2018’s When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing — an instant New York Times and Washington Post bestseller and a #1 Wall Street Journal business bestseller.

In the book, Daniel reveals that timing isn’t just an art—it’s a science. From finding the ideal moment to switch careers, to figuring out when to exercise, to understanding why an afternoon hospital visit might not be your best bet, he distills groundbreaking research into practical advice to help you work smarter, live better, and thrive.

So, I’m excited to introduce this special multi-part video e-course hosted by Dan himself. Drawing from his book’s most compelling insights, these videos will guide you through the surprising patterns of our days and lives, offering actionable tips to improve your decision-making and well-being. Ready to unlock the secrets of timing? Watch the first video below, and if you’re a paid subscriber you can keep scrolling to view the course in its entirety. Enjoy!

Introduction