You will be currently reading at a speed of 200-400 words per minute. The key is not how much more words can you read, but the key is how many words can you read with retaining the same or even improving the comprehension level. There are many software which promise to improve your reading speed in about 7 minutes or so. Well, this is true since you will definitely be able to improve your reading speed with some simple steps. But this speed is not consistent. Consistent speed is required else you will slip back to your original speed in no time.
One of the factors that is of paramount importance is not to rush through it. It takes time to shed away an old habit and acquire a new one. This is especially true since the reading habit that you have now has been acquired as a child. It will definitely take time to change it and adopt a new one. It is important to keep your patience and self determination throughout.
There are plenty of help available to get started on speed reading. These vary from software to manuals to simple tips to classroom coaching. Whichever is the method that you adopt bear in mind that none will yield results in a day. Some may take lesser time than others but all are based on the simple assumption that you will do your job. And your job is to practice the techniques that are being taught.
In order that you do not get bogged down by not improving the reading speed, you can start practicing on lighter reading material. This will ensure that you do not get bored and also you do not have to assimilate a lot of information like reading a business report or a research thesis. Follow the steps diligently and you can start seeing results in about a week after you have started. However to make it a habit, it takes close to three months or more.
If you are a determined learner, by the end of three weeks you can hope to double your reading speed. Once you have reached this level, it is important to sustain this reading speed. Keep practicing the techniques on any reading material that you lay your hands on till it becomes a habit. Once you have completely eliminated your original reading style and techniques, and adapted to this new technique you can be rest assured that this habit is there to stay.
The innumerable benefits of speed reading do not require any elaboration. So what are you waiting for? Take help of any of the sources available and get started on speed reading today.
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