Maalaea Bay Maui, 2022
Reading is a manageable way of acquiring knowledge. Reading one book a week is an achievable task, after which we can find rewarding changes.
Many pieces of advice are offered online on how to make it happen, such as reading 30 pages daily, prioritizing the reading, holding yourself accountable for the resolution, etc. Although they are not bad suggestions, several approaches work better for me over time.
Start with five books altogether and march on for one month. The reason is simple: every book is different. We can scan some books to get the idea. Some books require deep thinking and even practice to make them meaningful. We need to read some books once, but even if we read daily, we still discover new things every time! Some books are fun, so reading them is like breathing fresh air. Some books are as challenging as trekking in the mud. Therefore, reading one book for a week can be dull or tiring. Switch gears can refresh our minds.
Read a topic on purpose. Find a problem to address or a question to answer. Then, read books that show us how to clear our doubts. I can find related business concepts when I read stories about successful businesses. The following curiosity makes reading much more fun. When I am interested in time management, I find all the high-rated books on Amazon and read them collectively. I sometimes pick an author and read all of their books. I usually did this when scanning books from authors who received the Nobel Prize in Literature or Hugo Awards in science fiction. I find it fascinating to observe how the authors deliver different messages over their lifetime.
Lastly, remember that reading is not limited to traditional books. We now have the option to read, listen, or even have others present us with a summary. Some of my preferred book summary channels are Productivity Game and Book Video Club on YouTube. By embracing these diverse reading channels, we can make our learning experience more flexible and enjoyable.
Many pieces of advice are offered online on how to make it happen, such as reading 30 pages daily, prioritizing the reading, holding yourself accountable for the resolution, etc. Although they are not bad suggestions, several approaches work better for me over time.
Start with five books altogether and march on for one month. The reason is simple: every book is different. We can scan some books to get the idea. Some books require deep thinking and even practice to make them meaningful. We need to read some books once, but even if we read daily, we still discover new things every time! Some books are fun, so reading them is like breathing fresh air. Some books are as challenging as trekking in the mud. Therefore, reading one book for a week can be dull or tiring. Switch gears can refresh our minds.
Read a topic on purpose. Find a problem to address or a question to answer. Then, read books that show us how to clear our doubts. I can find related business concepts when I read stories about successful businesses. The following curiosity makes reading much more fun. When I am interested in time management, I find all the high-rated books on Amazon and read them collectively. I sometimes pick an author and read all of their books. I usually did this when scanning books from authors who received the Nobel Prize in Literature or Hugo Awards in science fiction. I find it fascinating to observe how the authors deliver different messages over their lifetime.
Lastly, remember that reading is not limited to traditional books. We now have the option to read, listen, or even have others present us with a summary. Some of my preferred book summary channels are Productivity Game and Book Video Club on YouTube. By embracing these diverse reading channels, we can make our learning experience more flexible and enjoyable.
Sukee's Note: Expanding my knowledge by reading 1,000 books broadens my perspective on the world. Learning from the past, experiences of others, and even imagination uncovers the mysteries of the world. (120 book/1000 - 12% as Dec 2022)
