How to Read Quickly and Effectively

Instructions

things you'll need:

 Dictionaries
 Bookmarks
 Clip-on Book Light
 Highlighter Pens

1
Read different materials at different speeds: Skim or speed-read less important items,
and save critical or difficult works for when you are most alert and have time.
2
Pick out the main ideas of a book by reading its cover flaps and scanning the table of
contents. Use the index to quickly locate key words.
3
Survey the layout of your reading material. Look at the title and the boldface section
headings, and piece together the logical flow of the paper. This framework will guide
you in reading the piece more carefully.
4
If you need to skim, try reading the first sentence of each paragraph (which usually is
the topic sentence) to get a general idea of its content.
5
Practice reading more quickly by moving your index finger down a row of text at a
speed slightly faster than your normal reading speed.
6
Highlight or underline sparingly so the truly useful information doesn't get lost.
7
Jot down quick notes, questions or thoughts that will make it easier to refer to the
material later. Taking notes also makes for active reading and better retention of
important points.

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Tips & Warnings
 Increasing your vocabulary will improve your reading speed.
 Sign up for a speed-reading course or seminar ' many are available.
 Pare down your office reading to include only the most essential items. For example, try
assigning subordinates to sift through material and mark only what is relevant so that you
have a reduced reading list.

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