Bill Gatesin addition to being a renowned technological and philanthropist businessman, he is an avid reader: Read about 50 books a year.
Although this figure may seem challenging for many, Microsoft’s own co -founder shared his four secrets to achieve it in an interview with the Quartz media.
The secret tricks that Bill Gates puts into practice to be able to read 50 books a year are:
- Take notes on the margins.
This habit helps him to concentrate better, especially with non -fiction books. “Taking notes says I’m really thinking about what is in the book,” he explained. He even admitted that, when he disagrees with something, it can take long to advance because he notes so much that he becomes frustrating.
- Do not start books that you know you will not be able to finish.
Gates prefers to commit to readings that can really conclude. He mentioned his interest in reading Infinite Jest, by David Foster Wallace, but has not yet begun by his complexity and extension. “I prefer to follow my rule to finish what I begin,” he said.
- Prefer physical books to digital.
Although he acknowledges that carrying a suitcase full of books on his trips is somewhat bulky and outdated, he continues to choose the printed format. “When I feel to read at night, I’m often reading a paper magazine or a book. I’m so accustomed to that,” he confessed.
- Block a whole hour to read.
Gates believes that reading at short intervals does not allow concentrating properly. “You can’t read five minutes here or ten minutes there,” he warned. In his daily routine, he usually reads a little more than an hour every night, which allows him to advance with his current reading.
The last book written by Bill Gates, entitled ‘Source Code’offers an intimate exploration of the first years of his life, from childhood to the key moment in which he left the university to found Microsoft with Paul Allen.
Through these memories, the businessman and philanthropist reflects on the personal and professional events that molded his career and led him to become one of the most influential figures in the technological world.
In its publication in the blog Gates Notes, the co -founder of Microsoft points out that the book not only narrates its professional ascent, but also the personal challenges he faced on the way.
“I write about the relationships, lessons and experiences that the basis of everything that came later in my life,” he explained.
Among the shared episodes, Gates talks about his feeling of being a “misfit” during childhood, family conflicts in adolescence, sadness for the loss of loved ones and the anguish of having been close to being expelled from the university.
During a recent appearance in the Jimmy Fallon program, Gates also reflected on his present.
This year celebrates its 70th birthday, while Microsoft commemorates five decades since its foundation and its philanthropic organization turns 25. “It is a good time to look back a little,” said the author, who expressed gratitude for the support of his parents and the opportunities that marked his life.
Throughout his career, Bill Gates ha publicado otros libros como The Road Ahead, Business @ the Speed of Thought y How to Avoid a Climate Disasterwhere it addresses issues related to technology, business and sustainability.
In Source Code, on the other hand, the approach moves towards the personal, offering the reader a direct look at the experiences that defined their way.
