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Almost all of us have goals in life. These could be work, health, or financial goals. They could also be goals in the creative or relationship spheres. Regardless of which goal is the most important, do not forget to learn, develop your mind and improve yourself. Knowing the relevant knowledge will help you to achieve your goals.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Determine what you need to read

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   Consider how much weight to read. The amount of knowledge to help you reach your goal will depend on what your goals are. To get started, outline a general idea of ​​what volume to read. This will decide the rest of your plan.
   • For example, if your goal is to identify edible plants in the area, perhaps a book or two will suffice. On the contrary, if you intend to start a new career as a botanist, you will have to read as much as possible about botany, including all of the most famous books in the field as well as many. articles in magazines and other periodicals.
   • Some goals require you to read a variety of topics. For example, if you want to start a winemaking business, of course you have to read some books on winemaking. However, you also need to read the manual of running a small business. You should also refer to local laws governing the production and sale of alcoholic beverages.

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   Find a book to read. Not all documents are of equal value. Before you start reading, you need to spend some time identifying the things that matter most. Do research and find out which books you need to read most related to your goal.
   • There are many ways to find books related to your goals. You can go to the bookstore and rummage through the shelves or ask the bookstore staff for recommendations. Your local library can also give you some suggestions.
   • Many online book sellers also offer recommendations based on the books you search for. These can be useful suggestions for choosing books, even if you don't buy them online.
   • If you know someone who is familiar with the topic you need to read, ask them to recommend.

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   Choose to read the periodicals. If your primary goal needs a lot of up-to-date information, you can also include periodic publications like magazines and newspapers in your reading target.
   • For example, if your goal is to master stock trading, you will have to read up-to-date information on the ups and downs of different stock types. This may include the daily business section and some journals in the countless investment and finance journals.
   • As above, you can find and purchase periodic publications in bookstores or newsstands. You can also search online for keywords about the topic you're looking for and the word "magazine" or "newspaper". For example, "wine production magazine".
   • College libraries often keep lists of scientific journals with many specialized fields.

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   Try to read many different articles. On topics that require a lot of reading, it is a good idea to find out and read different points of view on the same subject. This is even more true if the topic you want to read elicits many controversial opinions or has many different streams of thought.
   • A comprehensive understanding of the topics being read is important for people who want to truly excel in their goals. This is especially true for complex and long-term goals.
   • For example, imagine your goal is to become an economist. You will quickly find that the neoclassical school of economics currently dominates this field. That doesn't mean you should focus on reading neoclassical economics, however. There are many other streams of thought in economics such as Keynes, Marxist, and New Classical.
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Part 2 of 3: Arranging the reading process

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   Make a reading list. Once you have determined your reading volume and which documents are most useful for your goals, make a reading list.
   • At this point, your list should include all the documents you think can help you achieve your goals.

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   Ranking list. It's a good idea to rank it by importance when setting goals. This will help you to prioritize as you strive to reach those goals. The same is true for your reading goals.
   • You can rate the reading list based on which documents you consider to be most important or recommended to read most. If the topic of reading is new to you, start with basic, introductory articles. After that you can gradually read the advanced documentation.
   • For example, imagine your life goal is to be a film director, but you don't know much about filmmaking. Perhaps a good starting point here is a book on the basic concepts and techniques of directing. On the contrary, a book describes the author's principles in great detail but does not discuss other topics that can be read later.

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   Schedule a reading. Once you have ordered your reading list, now is the time to set what and when to aim for it. Schedule a reading of the books and / or publications that you think are most important.
   • Have a plan for what to read and when to read it, set a deadline for each book, or even a chapter. Setting deadlines will keep you accountable to your reading schedule.
   • Take a real look at your readability. If you can read four books each month and keep track of important publications in the area you need, then great. However, most people do not have enough time to do so. Consider your reading speed and the amount of time you can spend reading, and then set goals that you can accomplish.
   • Overly ambitious goals can disappoint and discourage you. This can undermine the motivation to move towards the next goal, even ruining the purpose of goal setting in the first place.

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   Note. It's a good idea to record what you have just read scientifically. This will come in handy when you need to review certain information. Ideally, your notes should contain the information you need so you don't have to re-read the original.
   • When taking notes, try to capture the main points instead of small details. These ideas are often repeated in the text. You can also use visual cues such as bold or italic, chapter titles, or use charts, graphs, and numbers.
   • Outlines, flash cards, labeled cover, or other sorting tools will help you more easily locate the information later.
   • Research has shown that taking notes effectively also helps you better understand and remember what you've read.
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Part 3 of 3: Complete your reading goals

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   Choose a reading time. Set aside a specific time each day to read. Reading time can be 15 minutes or an hour, but try to read at the same time every day.
   • Reading when included in a daily schedule will help you form a reading habit. Soon, timed reading will become more or less automatic in your daily routine.
   • For example, many people read it every night before going to bed. Others have a habit of reading on the bus or train on the way to and from work. Some people also enjoy reading in the morning as a first job of the day.

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   Stick to the reading schedule. Except in case of force majeure, do not skip the scheduled reading time. If you miss reading for some reason, try to arrange another time. You shouldn't break the schedule.
   • Don't forget that in order to achieve any goal, you have to put time and effort into it. You have no other way than that. Once you are serious about your reading goal, you need to read it regularly.

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   Evaluate the effectiveness. In the process of reading your list, stop from time to time and evaluate whether what you're reading contributes to your goals. If not, please review the list!
   • You may find that one of the books selected does not bring anything new to your understanding or knowledge. In this case, you can skip that book, and perhaps similar ones. For example, when you feel you have mastered the concepts of economics, then reading more books on the subject will no longer be your top priority.
   • Conversely, you may also find that many of your selected documents cover other topics that you are ambiguous about. You may need to add more if the list you choose does not contain that topic. For example, when encountering chemical concepts that you don't understand while reading about winemaking, consider adding a basic chemistry book to your reading list.
   • Lastly, you may feel that something in the selected list is beyond your current capabilities. Instead of trying to read and not understand most of the content, move the document to the bottom of the list and review it later. It may be more helpful after you have learned more about the relevant topic.

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   Stay motivated. Motivation and perseverance are the key to achieving any goal. Staying motivated is very important throughout the goal-oriented process.
   • It is also a good idea to plan ahead with ways to stay motivated and overcome frustrating times that you may face. This plan may include friends nearby who can give words of encouragement at the right time, or a "reward system" when you hit certain milestones.
   • Use reinforcement to improve motivation. Every time you reach a milestone like reading a book (or even just a difficult chapter), give yourself a small reward. For example, you could treat yourself to a delicious dessert, a movie session or a new pair of shoes to reward yourself with reading a book. This helps create a positive connection with achieving your goals and motivates you towards the next milestones.
   • You can adjust your plan in case unexpected things interfere with your schedule. If your loved one had to go to the emergency room, for example, it might be difficult for you to focus on books on winemaking in a time. When things are starting to go well, go back and keep reading. You can properly plan to keep up with your schedule by adding a few minutes to your daily reading time. However, if you are too far behind, then adjusting the deadline does not mean you will fail.

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   Keep track of your progress. Regularly monitoring your progress on reading plans is also a great way to improve motivation. Take notes about the books that you have read or how far you have read compared to the scheduled time.
   • Deadlines on your schedule will help create a sense of responsibility and the urgency in achieving your goals, since no one wants to experience a sense of failure.
   • Use a journal, calendar, or applications to keep track of and regularly update your progress.
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Advice

• Abundance can help you maintain inspiration in reading. You can choose a few more gentle books or explore the subject from a different angle. For example, if your goal is to be a film director, put in your list to read biographies of your favorite directors. This can complement books on directing techniques and the film industry, while also enriching your reading plan.