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The first strategy involves improving your baseline reading speed by removing your internal monologue using tools like Speer, which helps you visually process words instead of 'hearing' them in your head. Additionally, using a visual tracker, like a finger or pen, helps maintain a consistent reading pace and reduces backtracking.
The second strategy emphasizes having a specific reading strategy, focusing on the 80/20 rule, where 80% of the knowledge comes from 20% of the book. Adapt your reading speed, slowing down for key information and speeding through less relevant sections. This part teaches you how to identify the most important parts of what you are about to read.
The third and final strategy focuses on summarizing and consolidating information to improve retention. Summarize each page in one or two lines to actively engage with the text. For non-fiction books, take action based on what you've learned, such as implementing a habit mentioned in the book, to ensure learning translates into behavioral change.