Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
03:26 From Security Guard to Online Business
09:16 The Power of Reading
13:26 Matt's Reading Journey
20:51 How Matt Read 1,300+ Books in 10 Years
25:49 Matt's Note-Taking Process
32:21 The 10% Rule: When to Quit a Book
36:10 Making Reading a Priority
40:28 Matt's Note-taking Process
46:22 Making Reading a Habit
52:18 Motivation for Starting an Instagram Page
57:00 Building an Online Presence
01:06:16 Hot Seat Questions
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Matt Karamazov, an avid reader who has completed over 1,300 books in the past decade, shares his inspiring journey from working as a security guard to building a successful online business.
In this conversation, Matt emphasizes the transformative power of prioritizing reading and structuring life around it.
He details his note-taking process using Google Docs to track finished books and capture key quotes, and discusses how the below techniques can significantly boost retention:
(1) spaced repetition
(2) forced recall and
(3) teaching others
Matt also shares tips on how to make reading a consistent habit by associating it with positive feelings and making it easily accessible.
Additionally, he reflects on his motivation for launching his Instagram page and the perseverance required to grow an online presence.
Connect with Matt Karamazov (@mattkaramazov) to learn more about books, reading tips, and growing an online business!
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