There are so many occasion where it helped me, here are a few key ones:

• I read at the speed I want depending on the type of reading.
• When I read a book, I take my time if I like his style. 
• A book I might like the intrigue but find the writing boring, I can read in one hour.
• When I read the news, I save so much time!
• I know I can read from 3, 5 sources at the same time. I gather more information and standpoints.
• I can read deeper analyses and long documents because it will not take too much time.
• I can take a 500 page business book, a biography, history book and apply the techniques to get 80% of its content much faster than before.

Easy to learn

It is important to know: these are skills. They can be learned. They are easier than you think.

Background

At an early age, you learn to read the letters, then the words, and finally the phrasesand ideas. 

These are the basic skills. It is an essential skill.
But today, to succeed, you often need more.

What you need

Knowing how to read is an essential skill. 

You use it to acquire knowledge, expertise, abilities, and qualifications. 
Learning to read better is a significant self-improvement tool.

Here are the key tools you should learn to use:

Reading techniques.
There are basic skills and half a dozen techniques to significantly improve your speed and understanding.

Strategies.
How to approach a new subject, course, or book.

Content Mastering.
You read for a reason. 

You must use the appropriate tools and techniques.

You should adjust your reading, and learning process. 

If you spend time on a subject,
make sure you get the most out of it.

V elocityReading.

p.s. now is the time to start.