Episode 17 – Jim Kwik – Effective reading leads to accelerated learning [PODCAST]

What would happen if you could increase the speed and quality of your reading, and THEREFORE accelerate your learning?

Today we pull a wonderful conversation from the archives and you’re going to get so much out of it! It’s all about accelerated learning, better reading, and the power simple changes to the WAY you read could change your life. David chatted with Jim Kwik, author, coach, speaker, and all around wonderful man. Jim is brilliant when it comes to understanding how the mind works, how to accelerate learning, and how to achieve those things through increased reading speed and greater reading comprehension.

It’s a powerful conversation about accelerating YOUR learning

This conversation is a fascinating look at why leaders really are readers and how the ability to learn more, faster is a key to not only good leadership but also a more fulfilled and impacting life.And keep in mind we’re not just talking about reading more but learning more; actually accelerating the rate at which you’re able to comprehend the content you consume. There’s a huge difference. Jim’s expertise has given him insights that David was excited to share with his audience back when this call was recorded, and that excitement is still present today.

Jim Kwik considers the 21st century to be the “century of the brain.” He feels that more and more people are transitioning into roles where they are not paid for their brawn, but for their brain-power. With that in mind he believes that it’s vital that people learn how to better optimize their intellectual abilities so that they can thrive in business and in life. Accelerated learning, one of Jim’s specialties, is a huge part of the fulfillment of that need.

Reading barriers that could keep you from accelerating your learning

In this episode Jim shares one powerfully important piece of knowledge concerning reading speed and comprehension and details why so many people are either poor readers or don’t enjoy reading. He says there are 5 obstacles to effective reading and therefore, accelerated learning.

Here they are:

* Lack of education regarding reading

* Lack of focus

* Sub-vocalization (Listen to find out what that word means!)

* Regression or back-skimming

* Limiting beliefs

Listen to the entire episode to hear Jim unpack and explain each of these obstacles as well as provide steps to overcome them so that you can increase your reading speed and comprehension. You won’t want to miss out on this powerful information. We’re convinced it really can enable you to crank up your life. In this case our “Crank it Up” theme means accelerating your learning. That alone could dramatically improve the quality and fulfillment of your life.

Get ready to Crank it Up!

OUTLINE OF THIS GREAT EPISODE

* Why the old phrase, “Leaders are readers” is absolutely true.

* The importance of guarding against information overwhelm.

* The role reading plays in learning, and accelerated learning.

* Why the 21st century is the century of the brain.

* 5 obstacles to effective reading.

* Jim’s personal journey to becoming an expert in brain-function and accelerated learning.

* The “Superhero You” program.

* The importance of keeping your mind and brain active, especially as you age.

Links mentioned in this episode

www.AmplifiedLiving.com – the new Amplified Living blog and website. Check it out!

Jim Kwik’s website – http://jimkwik.com/

The “Super Hero You” program – http://superheroyou.com/

BOOKS: “Use Your Brain To Change Your Age” and “<a href="...