In my Iris courses, I sometimes mention the name of Evelyn Wood and see a few faces light up in recognition. But most people who have heard her name know very little about her, other than that she had something to do with speed reading. So I thought a quick post would help to fill […]
Job Seekers, do you need an edge to rise above the crowd? Looking for a way to get your resume noticed? A credential that will catch a hiring manager’s eye? By learning the lifelong skill of speed reading you can gain a definitive advantage in your job hunt while also advancing your professional career. Think […]
I’ve noticed that many students in my classes sometimes mention Tony Robbins. Some have taken his seminar, read his books or listened to his seminars. Many who have taken part in his programs have made positive changes toward their individual success. At Iris, we share many of the same empowering attitudes on self-improvement and education. […]
I’ve been teaching speed-reading courses at Iris for a number of years now, and it seems that in every class, in every city, someone always asks me one, or a variation of the following questions: What if English is not my native language? Can speed reading help me with my ESL courses and tests? Will […]
Subvocalization (also known as auditory reassurance) is a widespread habit among readers. It involves saying words in your head while reading, and it’s one of the main reasons people read slowly and have trouble improving their reading speed. Many speed-reading programs tend to exaggerate and will falsely claim that the key to speed reading is […]
Notes are an integral part of the reading process, and they naturally help one remember details that they otherwise would not be able to at a later time. While notes can be beneficial, the most common problem is taking too many of them! Some college students seemingly copy a professor’s lecture and highlight, underline, and […]
