How to be an Active and Iterative Consumer

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Being a good consumer involves being active and iterative.
Consuming actively means engaging with content and principles, not just reading passively.
Iterative consumption involves optimizing what content you consume as you go.
Don't feel obligated to consume content from beginning to end: it's better to optimize what you're reading.
Learning from others can help you change your perspective and become a better consumer.

In this classic episode, I break down a four-step process for efficiently learning about any new topic personally or professionally.

Check out full episode transcripts at https://foundersjournal.morningbrew.com to learn more, and if you have any ideas for our show, email me at alex@morningbrew.com or my DMs are open @businessbarista.

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