The Key Speed Reading Insight

The most important thing you need to know about speed reading is to identify what information you need from a document before you start reading. For example, if you only want an outline of the different computer programming languages, then you can skim the document very quickly and extract only the essential facts.

On the other hand, if you need to understand the real detail of the document – how program X differs from program Y and Z – then you need to read it slowly enough to fully understand it.

You will get the greatest time saving from speed reading by learning to adjust your reading type depending on your purpose and need. Essentially, you will be establishing a goal. How you read is going to vary depending on your need.

This is simply a form of mental organization to help prevent floundering. If you have a clear sense of direction, then part of the battle is already won. Additionally, having a better idea of what you are needing from the reading material will help develop a higher level of interest.

Logically, with a higher level of interest in what you are reading, you will absorb more of what your read. That's the whole purpose in the first place, isn't it? It's just that we want to do it better and faster.

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