How successful people find the time to read

When Buffett was once asked what the key to success, he said: "Read the 500 pages each day. Knowledge accumulated as percentages on the contribution. Anyone can do it, but few people actually do. "

Buffett himself at the beginning of the career of the investor reading from 600 to 1000 pages per day. And now he is 80% of the time trying to devote to reading. How did he do it? He just thinks it is of paramount importance.

Cuban reads about 3 hours a day, it gives him a sense of self-reliance. According to him, as a child, he read every book and magazine that falls into his hands, because only one good idea could decide he will achieve something or not.

"It seems to me, if I have enough time to spend on consumption of all available information, I will achieve benefits in their business" - says Cuban.

Gates reads 50 books a year. According to him, despite the fact that he travels a lot and meet interesting people, reading It is still the main way for him to learn something new and broaden their views. The way he always takes with him a book.

for the construction of missiles prices were too high, so the mask he decided to learn how to build them. For this, he read books. He strove for a particular purpose, craved specific knowledge and did not stop until he learned what he wanted.

Robbins grew up in a dysfunctional family, his mother suffered from alcoholism. He says that reading saved his life and helped to become stronger.

"I went speed reading course and read 700 seven books on psychology, physiology, and everything that can somehow change the life", - said Robbins.

How to read more

1. Go to the library

This is an inexpensive way to get access to thousands of books.

2. Read timer

No matter how much time you have 30 minutes or 3 hours, the timer will make you plunge into the reading and not get distracted.

3. Always keep a book handy

On the road, listen to audio books. Do not waste time waiting - always carry a paper or e-book.

4. Read bedtime

According to the research, before going to bed we learn more informationMemory for Semantically Related and Unrelated Declarative Information: The Benefit of Sleep, the Cost of Wake. , Besides reading helps sleep. And if you read every night at the same time, reading quickly enters into a habit.

5. Read at least three chapters

Give the book a chance to read three chapters, but if you do not like it, do not force yourself to finish before the end. There is no point in wasting time on something that does not bring you any benefit or enjoyment.