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AN AMAZON BEST SELLER!
Most people don’t need more motivation.
They need better systems.
In Life By Design, you’ll discover how to use simple automation, technology, and intentional routines to reduce daily frustrations and reclaim time, energy, and focus without adding more apps, stress, or complexity.
This book shows you how to design your life intentionally, rather than constantly reacting to it.
This Book Is for You If…
- You feel busy but not always productive
- You use technology every day but don’t feel like it’s actually saving you time
- You want practical systems, not vague advice or hype
- You’re tired of juggling routines, reminders, and decisions
- You want technology to quietly work in the background so you can focus on what matters
You don’t need a perfect setup. You need systems that fit your real life.
Stop letting life’s demands overwhelm you. Life By Design will help you take control, create more time, and focus on what truly matters.
What You’ll Learn in Life by Design
Inside the book, I walk through real systems I use as a working professional, parent, and technologist to simplify everyday life.
You’ll learn how to:
- Automate recurring decisions so they stop draining mental energy
- Use technology and AI tools intentionally instead of reactively
- Build routines that support your health, finances, and focus
- Reduce friction in your home, schedule, and digital life
- Create systems that keep working even when motivation fades
Everything is designed to be practical, flexible, and realistic — no extreme optimization or rigid frameworks.
What Makes This Book Different
This isn’t a productivity book about doing more.
It’s about doing less of what doesn’t matter by designing systems that remove unnecessary effort. Instead of separating technology from personal growth, Life by Design shows how to use modern tools, including smart home tech and AI, as quiet helpers that support an intentional life.
The focus is on clarity, sustainability, and real-world application.
What Readers Are Saying
- “He writes like he’s talking to you over coffee, not lecturing from a podium, which makes everything feel doable no matter where you’re starting from.”
- “It’s an easy, useful read filled with tips you can apply from day one.”
Reviews and Praise
“Life by Design is an empowering guide for anyone interested in reclaiming their time and focusing on what truly matters. Buchanan’s balanced perspective on technology as a tool rather than a burden makes this book a valuable read for those seeking personal efficiency and success.”
The Bourbon-Sipping Bibliophile
“Automation is for everyone regardless of background, ethnicity, or occupation. Therefore, I wholeheartedly recommend it [Life by Design] to all American citizens, especially those aged 20-55, who I believe would be the most interested in improving quality of life by automation.”
Raju Chacko – Engineer & IT Consultant
Get Your Copy of Life by Design
Start designing the life you want today — buy your copy now and unlock your potential!
When you buy directly from me, you support an independent author more fully—and you often get special bundles, exclusive content, and better prices. It’s a win-win!
Prefer Amazon or another retailer? You can also find the book at your favorite bookstore below.
Formats: All formats from popular retailers | Amazon Paperback | Amazon Hardcover | Audible
You can read this article for a sample of the book. You can also listen to an audio sample below:
One Last Thing
You don’t need to overhaul your life.
You just need a few better systems.