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The Importance of Reading in Areas You Don't Care About
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The best book in any given area might surprise you and it's important to broaden your knowledge base by reading in new areas. Reading memoirs and researching the best books in areas you do know about is a good way to start exploring new topics.
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The very best book in every area is usually superb and may benefit you, so it is worth reading them.
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Summary
The very best book in every area is usually superb and may benefit you, so it is worth reading them. Reading memoirs and books that may not necessarily interest you can also be insightful and a useful filter for finding people that share your interests.
ChapterThe Importance of Reading in Areas You Don't Care About
Episode#436: Books I've Loved — Maria Popova and Tyler Cowen
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Economist and author Tyler Cowen suggests that self-training is key to personal and professional development, comparing it to the practice of an athlete or musician.
23:30 - 24:25 (00:54)
Summary
Economist and author Tyler Cowen suggests that self-training is key to personal and professional development, comparing it to the practice of an athlete or musician. His methods include hosting a podcast and writing outside his own point of view.
ChapterThe Importance of Reading in Areas You Don't Care About
Episode#436: Books I've Loved — Maria Popova and Tyler Cowen
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this excerpt from his podcast, Tim Ferriss discusses the importance of clear thinking and the value of reading, and emphasizes the need to view reading as a critical part of training to become a knowledgeable person.
24:25 - 25:19 (00:54)
Summary
In this excerpt from his podcast, Tim Ferriss discusses the importance of clear thinking and the value of reading, and emphasizes the need to view reading as a critical part of training to become a knowledgeable person. He encourages people to develop a passion for reading as a way to get ahead in their careers and lives.