Increase Reading Speed
Practice guided drills that improve pacing, visual processing and control across print and digital material.
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New Session 1B Entry Point · Tuesday, July 21 · 4:00 PM Eastern
Read Faster. Remember More. Work Smarter in the AI Era.
Session 1A has already taken place. Due to popular demand, we added a live Session 1B on Tuesday, July 21—giving new registrants the opportunity to experience Session 1 live before joining the remaining Friday sessions.
Start live with Session 1B
All session recordings included
Guided drills & challenges
Workflows with AI tools like ChatGPT
Joining after the original start? Session 1B lets you experience the foundational session live before continuing with the group.
Session 1B enrollment closes Tuesday, July 21 at 4:00 PM Eastern.
Start live Tuesday, then join the remaining Friday sessions.
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Too Much to Read. Not Enough Time.
Build a more efficient system for reading, remembering and using information.
Reading faster is useful only when you can still understand, retain and apply what you read. This bootcamp combines speed-reading fundamentals with comprehension, memory, focus, note-taking and productivity strategies.
The newest edition also introduces practical ways to use AI tools like ChatGPT as reading and productivity assistants—helping you organize ideas, clarify complex material, prepare better questions and turn information into action.
Protect Comprehension
Learn how to adjust your approach based on reading purpose, difficulty, structure and required depth.
Remember More
Use visualization, association, retrieval and structured memory methods to retain important details longer.
Boost Modern Productivity
Combine focused reading habits with practical workflows using AI tools like ChatGPT for research, synthesis, planning and review.
Four-Part Live Curriculum · 75 Minutes Each
Your Summer Bootcamp Curriculum
Begin live with Session 1B on Tuesday, then continue with Sessions 2–4 on the remaining Fridays.
JUL21 Session 1B · Added Due to Popular Demand Speed Reading Foundations Experience the foundational session live, then continue with the remaining Friday series. 4:00 PM Eastern · 75 minutes
- Initial reading-speed and comprehension measurement
- Speed-reading fundamentals and the habits that slow readers down
- Guided drills and exercises to increase speed
- Reading faster on computers, tablets and digital screens
- Proven methods for maintaining and improving comprehension
- End-of-session measurement and a personalized practice challenge
Your live starting point
Begin with the complete foundational curriculum live, then move directly into Session 2 on Friday.
JUL24 Session 2 Comprehension, Focus & Note-Taking Approach difficult material strategically and capture what matters. 4:00 PM Eastern · 75 minutes
- Approaching technical, analytical and dense material more effectively
- Mid-program reading-speed measurement and adjustment
- Note-taking strategies for faster, cleaner information capture
- Mind mapping to organize ideas rather than transcribe sentences
- Focus and concentration strategies for extended reading
- Applying the 80/20 principle to prioritize high-value information
Workflow with AI tools like ChatGPT
Use AI tools like ChatGPT to generate better pre-reading questions, clarify terminology and create structured review prompts without replacing your own critical reading.
JUL31 Session 3 Memory Techniques & Retention Turn information into memorable images, patterns and retrieval cues. 4:00 PM Eastern · 75 minutes
- How short-term and long-term memory work together
- Strategies for improving encoding, storage and retrieval
- Remembering long lists of information in precise order
- Memorizing details using an ancient Greek location method
- Remembering precise details through numerical and structural associations
- Building a repeatable review routine for better long-term retention
Session outcome
Build a practical memory toolkit for concepts, ordered information, vocabulary, presentations and professional learning.
AUG07 Session 4 Advanced Reading, Productivity & AI Tools Like ChatGPT Integrate the system, measure progress and turn reading into useful output. 4:00 PM Eastern · 75 minutes
- Managing a large volume of reading without losing priorities
- Reading effectively when charts, diagrams and mixed media are involved
- Using spaced retrieval practice to strengthen retention
- Reducing digital distractions and protecting deep-work time
- Final reading-speed and comprehension measurement
- Creating a long-term plan for continued improvement after the bootcamp
Productivity lab with AI tools like ChatGPT
Practice with AI tools like ChatGPT for research planning, comprehension checks, question generation, idea organization, action-item extraction and converting notes into useful next steps.
Ready to start with Session 1B and join the remaining live series?
Reserve My SpotEverything Included
Live instruction—plus the resources to keep improving.
Your registration includes the live Session 1B starting point, the remaining Friday sessions and recordings for the complete curriculum.
Complete 75-Minute Instructor-Led Series
Start live with Session 1B, then progress through the remaining focused classes with expert guidance.
Session Recordings
Revisit each workshop whenever a live session does not fit your schedule or you want additional practice.
Weekly Practice Challenges
Use short, purposeful exercises to reinforce each session before the next week begins.
Tip Sheets & Drill Guides
Keep the key techniques, highlights and practice instructions available for reference.
Focus eBook & Resources
Receive supplemental materials that support concentration, reading practice and retention.
Certificate of Completion
Document your participation after completing the summer bootcamp series.
Get the complete curriculum, all recordings and practice resources with one registration.
Join the Summer BootcampLive Energy. Flexible Access.
Your schedule does not have to be perfect.
The live 75-minute sessions provide structure, accountability and guided practice. The recordings make the program flexible enough for busy students, professionals, parents and anyone balancing a full schedule.
- Attend live whenever you can
- Watch missed sessions before the following Friday
- Replay difficult concepts and guided drills
- Keep pace with the full four-week progression
Summer Bootcamp Enrollment
Your second chance to join live starts Tuesday.
Begin with the live Session 1B starting point on Tuesday, then continue into the remaining Friday sessions without falling behind.
Live training4 × 75-minute sessions
Schedule flexibilityRecordings included
ImplementationDrills + weekly challenges
CompletionCertificate included
Choose the Right Training Path
Live instruction is the featured experience—but you have options.
Join the Live Summer Bootcamp
Best for guided instruction, scheduled accountability, live practice and a clear four-week progression.
- Live Session 1B plus the remaining series
- All recordings included
- Weekly implementation challenges
Explore Self-Paced Courses
Best for learners who prefer lifetime access, independent scheduling or a broader course library.
- Individual courses and bundles
- Speed, memory, focus and productivity
- Complete library options available
Receive Class Updates
Join the notification list for future live sessions, new dates and upcoming training opportunities.
- No purchase required
- Future live-class announcements
- Priority notice when registration opens
Your Instructor
Learn with Paul Nowak, Founder & CEO of Iris Reading
Paul has led speed-reading, memory and productivity programs for students, professionals, executives and organizational teams. Iris Reading training has been delivered for major universities, global companies and professional groups around the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Before you enroll
How long is each live session?
Each session is 75 minutes long and begins at 4:00 PM Eastern. Session 1B takes place Tuesday, July 21; Sessions 2–4 continue on the scheduled Fridays. Recordings are included.
What happens if I cannot attend one of the live sessions?
Every 75-minute session is recorded and made available to registered participants. You can catch up on a missed class before the next live session and continue through the complete progression.
Is the program appropriate for previous Iris Reading customers?
Yes. The series revisits essential techniques through a new four-week structure, adds updated productivity applications and incorporates practical workflows using AI tools like ChatGPT that were not part of earlier versions.
Is the bootcamp suitable for beginners?
Yes. Session 1B begins with the fundamentals and a baseline measurement, then builds toward comprehension, memory, productivity and advanced application.
Is this only about reading faster?
No. The program emphasizes reading speed, comprehension, retention, focus and practical use of information. Speed is treated as one part of overall reading efficiency.
How are AI tools like ChatGPT used in the bootcamp?
AI tools like ChatGPT are presented as productivity assistants for preparing questions, clarifying concepts, organizing notes, planning research, generating review prompts and turning information into action. The core training remains focused on your own reading, comprehension, memory and critical-thinking skills.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. A certificate of completion is included with the summer bootcamp program.
Can I choose self-paced training instead?
Yes. The Iris Reading online-courses page includes individual courses, discounted bundles and a comprehensive course library for learners who prefer lifetime, self-paced access.
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Session 1B Starts Tuesday, July 21 at 4:00 PM Eastern
Make this the summer you transform how you read and process information.
Use this new live entry point to join the bootcamp, then continue with the remaining Friday sessions.