How do I plow through 100 books yearly? Here's a sneak peak: start with your shelf, hit the library, track your progress on Goodreads, and always have a new book queued up. Why do I read so much? Well, reading makes you more likely to be a millionaire. That’s a cool benefit. According to socio-economist Randall Bell, “Those who read seven or more books per y ... Show More
Nov 24
ATG 257: Politicians Are Temporary, Family Is Forever: Your Thanksgiving Survival Guide
<p>I am my niece and nephew's favorite uncle—mostly because I'm their only uncle, but a win is a win. Election years turn every family gathering into "squirrely uncle season," and Thanksgiving is ground zero. You've got relatives who think differently, be ... Show More
14m 40s
Nov 17
ATG 256: The 4 Books That Changed My Year (And Why I Read 75 Fewer Books)
<p>Last year, I read more than 100 books. This year, I cut that goal down to 25—and actually got more out of them. After realizing I was flying through books without retaining much, I slowed down and found four that earned a permanent spot on my bookshelf. In this episode, I&apos ... Show More
19m 35s
Nov 10
ATG 255: Stop Being a Success Voyeur
<p>Have you ever noticed how easy it is to binge on other people’s success stories? Podcasts, books, courses—it all <em>feels </em>productive, but sometimes it’s just procrastination in disguise. I call it being a success voyeur. You’re peering through the glass, watching other p ... Show More
14m 52s
Aug 2023
REPLAY: How to Read More Books
<p class=""><strong>Show notes:</strong></p> <p class="">We read A LOT of books and the number one question we get is how we do it. Well, never fear, we have some great tips in this minisode for you to help you read more books more frequently. It can be done, we promise!</p> <p c ... Show More
19m 6s
Apr 2023
Reading for Profit: How to Maximize Your Learning Potential with Jim Kwik
<p>What if you could read one book a week without speed reading?</p> <p>The average American reads four books a year. Compare that to the average CEO who reads four to five books a month, and it’s easy to see how reading one book a week, fifty-two books a year, is a huge advantag ... Show More
20m 33s