📚 I read as a learner and as an author

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One thing I’ve been trained to do my whole career as an educator is pay attention to what authors do.

As a teacher, I taught kids to notice author’s craft and try the techniques in their own writing.

And as an author, I can’t help but do the same thing when I read.

This weekend I started The Miracle Morning and by page 2 (there are lots of sections before the book starts!) I had already pulled out my notebook and made a T-chart.

On one side: Content

On the other: Author Moves

Under Content, I captured this quote:

“I would argue that becoming the best version of ourselves and creating the life we want is what should be focused on each day.”

Under Author Moves, I noted:

First spread: Watch the movie (QR code)
First spread: Download the app (QR code)
Real-life stories of transformation and testimonials
Invitation to join the community after I’m hooked by the introduction and can’t wait to keep reading more!

I find it fascinating to learn from both sides at the same time.

What is the author teaching?

And what is the author doing?

The book isn’t just a book. It’s connected to a movie, an app, and a community.

Just like many of us are trying to do!

Every page is teaching me something about personal growth and something about building a body of work that helps people beyond the pages of a book.

As authors and creators, we should be studying everywhere we go.

What is one smart thing you’ve noticed recently in a book, course, community, podcast, or product you’ve consumed? Drop it below. 👇

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