Compounding Project How Books CHANGED My Life (4K) | Nick (BookThinkers) | CP 01
Aug 2, 2024
Nick Hutchison, founder of BookThinkers and author of 'Rise of the Reader,' shares his inspiring journey from non-reader to avid bibliophile. He dives into practical strategies for finding time to read, emphasizing the importance of replacing screen time with literature. Nick discusses SMART goals for reading, how to stay engaged with books, and the benefits of varying formats. He also highlights the transformative power of reading on personal development and shares his top book recommendations for improving health, wealth, and wisdom.
46:26
From Non-Reader To BookThinkers Founder
- Nick changed from a non-reader to a book evangelist after an internship introduced him to podcasts and reading.
- He started BookThinkers as an Instagram side hustle, grew it, and now runs an agency and podcast supporting authors.
Books Let You 'Skip The Line'
- Books condense decades of someone else's lessons into hours of reading and cost far less than equivalent experiences.
- Reading and implementing books lets you 'skip the line' on others' hard-earned wisdom.
Swap Screens For 30 Minutes Daily
- Replace low-value activities like social media and TV with reading for 30 minutes a day to form a habit.
- That routine yields about 100 pages a week or roughly two books per month for rapid improvement.
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Intro
00:00 • 1min
From Non-Reader to Avid Reader
01:04 • 2min
Which Book Started Your Reading Journey
03:08 • 6min
How Reading Transformed My Life
09:32 • 3min
How to Find Time to Read
12:53 • 3min
How to Stay Engaged When You Get Bored Reading
16:12 • 7min
What to Do with Dense or Boring Books
22:54 • 4min
My Reading Routine and Peak Focus
26:27 • 2min
How I Track Takeaways and Actions
28:51 • 1min
Why I Wrote The Rise of the Reader
30:07 • 2min
The Compound Effect Applied to Reading and Habits
31:54 • 4min
Small Daily Habits That Matter: Sleep Practices
35:41 • 3min
Building BookThinkers and Content Consistency
38:17 • 3min
Top Book Picks for Health, Wealth, Wisdom
40:51 • 3min
One Simple Action to Start Reading More
43:22 • 39sec
Rapid-Fire Preferences and Quick Choices
44:01 • 46sec
How to Connect with BookThinkers
44:47 • 1min
Outro
46:16 • 7sec
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Rise of the Reader
Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits and Applying What You Learn
Nick Hutchison
Rise of the Reader by Nick Hutchison is a guide to mastering reading habits and effectively applying the knowledge gained.
It offers practical strategies for choosing books, taking notes, and transforming information into action.
The book emphasizes the importance of intentional reading and setting SMART goals to maximize learning.
Hutchison shares personal anecdotes and proven techniques to enhance comprehension and retention.
Ultimately, it empowers readers to unlock the full potential of their reading experience.
In this episode, Nick Hutchison, founder of Book Thinkers, discusses his transformation from a non-reader to an enthusiastic book lover and how reading has positively influenced his life.
He shares practical tips for finding time to read, setting SMART goals, and choosing engaging books. Nick emphasizes the benefits of switching books and exploring different formats to keep reading enjoyable.
He also highlights the importance of reflecting on and implementing book material, along with tracking key takeaways. Finally, Nick stresses the need for quality sleep and taking action in health, wealth, and wisdom.
Connect with Nick Hutchison to learn more about Book Thinkers!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:14 New Chapter 05:35 The Journey from Non-Reader to Book Lover 08:30 The Impact of Reading on Various Areas of Life 12:32 Finding Time to Read and Overcoming Challenges 16:02 Setting SMART Goals for Reading 18:48 Choosing the Right Book and Staying Engaged 21:46 Switching Books and Exploring Different Formats 24:20 Enjoying the Reading Process
28:22 Tracking and Organizing Book Takeaways 31:40 Compound Effect Chapter 35:50 Prioritizing Quality Sleep for Overall Health 40:14 Hot Seat Questions (Book Recommendations) 44:40 Connecting with Nick Hutchison on Book Thinkers
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