The smartest people I have met love to learn. They thrive on new ideas and read many books and articles that change and challenge their thinking. When you have strong reading abilities, you can interpret and find meaning in all that you read, and when you continue to improve these skills, you can effectively communicate through writing. Having a good understanding of literacy is a crucial skill to possess, both in your personal and professional lives. These tips will help you reap more from reading.
1. Recap your reading. Highlight key information in what you read and type it into recaps that you can revisit and study.
2. Ask for recommendations from your mentor, who should always have a new book or article to share with you. Ask him what they’re studying and take notes. Nearly every successful person we know will mention reading books such as How to Win Friends and Influence People.
3. Determine why you’re reading: to learn, for entertainment or to gather data. Then approach your reading accordingly. Many people don’t think about why they are reading, so they read too quickly or too slowly.
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