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The Informed Life

Karl Fast on Reading

Oct 8, 2023
43:21
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Karl Fast, an independent scholar, information architect, and futurist, discusses reading practices and strategies with the host in preparation for their upcoming personal knowledge management workshop. They explore topics such as different reading habits, creating a supportive physical space for reading, the concept of 'mise en place' applied to knowledge work, and their love for recommending books and the library experience.
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Quick takeaways

  • Reading is an essential part of personal development and learning, contributing to a sense of balance and knowledge creation.
  • Finding the right balance between efficient note-taking and extracting epistemic benefits is crucial for effective personal knowledge management.

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The Importance of Reading in Personal Knowledge Management

In this podcast episode, the host, Jorge Racco, is joined by his friend Carl Fast to discuss their reading practices and their upcoming personal knowledge management workshop. Carl, an avid reader, emphasizes the importance of reading for personal development and learning. He shares that reading is a vital part of his life, and if he's not reading, he feels a sense of imbalance. Carl also reveals that he reads around 60 books per year, tracking everything in a spreadsheet. He categorizes the books based on different criteria, such as pleasure, ideas, improvement, and family. The discussion highlights the significance of intentional and focused reading to extract insights and create knowledge from the books we read.

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