Have you ever tried to read something really important while on the train and being constantly distracted by the noises around you?

Do you find yourself constantly looking around (being distracted) while reading that urgent report in a cafe?

Choosing the right environment for reading is more important that what you are reading in many cases.

‘Speed Reading’ is a bit of a myth – it is choosing the right speed for what you are reading in order to be able to comprehend it and remember it. There is no point reading something if you can’t remember it or if you are constantly rereading that same sentence because of distractions.

Get in the Zone – by booking out a quiet meeting room for 30 minutes to read that important report/tender document

Ergonomics – the secret to a good education – when doing formal study, make sure your posture is straight and your desk is at the right height. This guy is going to get a sore neck very soon.

Skim with a Latte – read the newspaper or a business magazine while in the cafe where you are reading in short chunks of information.

Snooze with a novel – read at 100 words a minute to help switch off your brain and gradually become drowsy.

Take moment to think about when and where you do your best reading.

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Would you like to learn more about how to read with Purpose and Strategy, as well as speed when needed?

Have a look at our free eCourses, including one on reading…

See the books we have on reading more effectively…

Attend our public workshop, or organise a program for your organisation by emailing info@mindwerx.com.