In a world obsessed with getting more done, local business coach and Vice President of the Wellingborough & East Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce, Adam Fox, is turning productivity on its head. His new book, ‘Control Your Time or Stay Stuck: You Choose’, isn’t about squeezing more into the day – it’s about doing less, cutting through the noise and reclaiming time for what really matters.
Adam, an experienced business coach, productivity expert and co-owner of a thriving compliance business, knows firsthand the impact of overwork, distraction, and burnout. His book challenges the traditional mindset that productivity is about cramming in more work and instead offers a refreshing, no-nonsense approach: work should serve life, not the other way around.
He said: “Most people don’t have a productivity problem, they have a ‘too much’ problem. They’re drowning in meetings, emails, and never-ending to-do lists, all while sacrificing time with family, hobbies, and life outside of work. This book is about cutting through the clutter, focusing on what truly matters, and making time for the things that bring real fulfilment.”
A system that works for everyone
Unlike most productivity books, which cater primarily to business leaders, ‘Control Your Time or Stay Stuck: You Choose’ is designed for anyone who feels trapped by their workload; whether they’re a business owner, employee, freelancer, or even a stay-at-home parent juggling life’s endless demands.
At the heart of the book is The DROP System, a framework that Adam developed after years of trial, error, and working with business owners and professionals who felt like they were drowning in tasks. The system is practical, adaptable, and built for real life, helping people take control of their time without forcing them into rigid schedules or gimmicky time hacks.
Adam explained: “This isn’t about waking up at 5am or filling every spare minute with work. I developed The DROP System because I needed something that actually worked. Something flexible, realistic, and built around how people naturally function – not some one-size-fits-all hustle culture nonsense. It’s about stripping away the unnecessary, offloading what doesn’t serve you, and planning your time in a way that actually gives you more freedom instead of more tasks.”
More than just a book – a movement for better work-life balance
As Vice President of the Wellingborough & East Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce, Adam has long been an advocate for smarter, more sustainable ways of working – not just for business owners, but for employees and organisations as a whole. His mission is to help people break free from the relentless cycle of ‘busyness’ and start living life on their own terms.
“We’ve normalised the idea that success means working all hours, being always available, and constantly ‘hustling.’ But that’s a lie. Work is just a vessel – it should never be the thing that consumes your life. That’s why I developed The DROP System and why I wrote this book – because people deserve a better way,” Adam explained.
Exclusive early access and pre-orders
The book is set to launch soon, with exclusive early access available to those who register their interest now. Readers will also get access to bonus materials, and insights from Adam’s upcoming DROP training program.
For more information, interviews, or press inquiries, please contact Adam by email at adam@thedropsystem.co.uk or visit his website www.thedropsystem.co.uk.
Adam Fox, local business coach and Chamber VP, launches productivity book ‘Control Your Time or Stay Stuck: You Choose’