I’ve been thinking a lot about my role as a reader. When I spend time with a book, it’s clear that what I get out of it mirrors what I put into it. The more effort I put into my notes, the more the book reveals its secrets. Then I thought, what are the mostContinue reading 3 Questions to Ask When Reading
I have a short but necessary message for readers today: Every book has a speed limit. Some books can be read at 70 MPH while others start to rumble and shake if you go faster than 10 MPH. To read Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics is very different than to read Dennis Lehane’s Mystic River. So, whenContinue reading This Book Has a Speed Limit
I hate to admit it, but some days the motivation to read isn’t there. Now, should I read, even if I’d rather take a nap or watch a movie? Let’s discuss. For me, reading takes effort. It’s not a casual, lounge around the house activity (unless I’m reading my beloved fiction at night). Usually, I’mContinue reading Find Your Motivation to Read
This morning, I sat down at my desk and was immediately faced with a slew of meetings. With no time to read, I felt a familiar frustration—a common occurrence for a business owner. But I recalled the wisdom of William Shakespeare: “There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” These wordsContinue reading If Your Day is Too Busy to Read
I’ve been away from my desk. If you must know, I’ve been surfing in O’ahu with my family. It was a great vacation, and now I’m back, jet-lagged and happy to see my reading room. When I packed for the trip, I wanted to fill my bag with several books to study during my downtimeContinue reading I STOPPED READING BOOKS (FOR 7 DAYS)
Last night, my wife said, “I don’t understand how you get through books so quickly.” Here’s the secret: I spend a lot of time with my books. I’m not a speed reader. You should know this by now. In fact, I’m the exact opposite. I read slowly on purpose so I can hear the conversationsContinue reading How to Read a Lot of Books
Welcome to The Read Well Podcast’s Reader Personality Test! Are you curious about what kind of reader you are? This simple test is designed to uncover your unique reading style, helping you understand your preferences and habits. By answering a few simple questions, you’ll discover reading personality! Instructions for Taking the Reader Personality Test Questions:Continue reading Personality Test: What Kind of Reader are you?
I’m not a late-night kind of guy. I’m usually in bed by 10:00, but that doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy some late-night reading. There’s something very pleasurable about reading at the end of the day. All the work is done, the kids are asleep, and I’m usually craving some kind of adventure. So, let’s startContinue reading Late-Night Reading
These days, I’m trying to spend most of my time with 3-layered books. Let me explain. The first layer is the book itself—the words on the page. It’s written well, makes clear arguments, and gets me thinking. The second layer is in the back, where the author cites their sources. It’s an extensive list ofContinue reading A Good Book Has 3 Layers
I love our reading rituals. Many of you share with me your morning routine of enjoying a good book with a cup of coffee. Maybe you’re like Cal Newport, author of “Deep Work” and “Slow Productivity,” who enjoys munching on crackers while reading. Or perhaps you read while walking on a treadmill, commuting to work,Continue reading Reading Rituals