Most of us tear through books like we are trying to win a race, then wonder why none of it sticks. In this episode, Alex breaks down how to read with intention so the ideas actually stay with you.
He shares practical steps to preview a book, read actively, mark what matters, and revisit ideas before they fade. He also talks about his own shift from fiction to nonfiction, influenced by writers like Robert Greene and Scott Galloway, and why that change has sharpened how he thinks and works.
You will learn:
• Why fast reading is not the same as real reading
• How a ten second preview shapes retention
• Simple ways to mark, question, and paraphrase ideas
• How spaced repetition moves information into long term memory
• Why your reading environment matters more than you think
• The power of turning what you read into your own words
If you want to read less like a tourist and more like someone who plans to use what they learn, this one is for you.
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