As an avid reader I really liked this book. It offers smarter ways to read books. invites you to know your why, set realistic reading goals, set micro goals, share learning. while implementing what you learned. . It heralds the importance of building blocks of habits, creating momentum through book clubs, bolstering relationships and building leadership skill., experimenting with speedreading apps.. It offers very practical tips to encourage reading in the face of competition for time in our digital age and to provide tangible ROI.. Nine ways to free up more time to read are advocated as ways to encourage reading. Some pointers include reading at lunch, in the evening and before going to bed. Read to Lead reminds readers of the importance of reading.. These include increasing professional opportunities, improving decision-making skills, reducing stress, helping sleep, improving the ability to lead, increasing smartness, increasing creativity and improving communication, . Using a notebook, reviewing notes, summarising what you read, reinforcing your reading and taking action are tried and tested techniques to lean on.. Benefits of consistent and intentional reading enrich wisdom, support personal change, personal development, personal enrichment,, spiritual enlightenment, The reader is advised not only to read and listen summaries.as to do so is likened to “chewing on a piece of nutritious food and then spitting it out”. Embracing lifelong reading is a must for the effective leader. It is helpful to be encouraged not to be too busy not to read.
