Long before I was building an internet marketing business, even as long as I can remember, as young as nine or ten years old, I was an avid book reader. We read in school, of course, but even outside of school I read voraciously.
Back then it was mostly fiction books. By the time I hit adolescence, I was on an even divide between fiction and non-fiction (mainly history and art history books).
Throughout college I read books related to my studies, very practical, very technical, books on computer programming and artificial intelligence.
In mid-2009, after attending a motivational seminar, paid for by my employer, I became more interested in self-improvement and mindset-type literature, which in turn led me to internet marketing.
Since then I have noticed a change in my choice of reading material and the benefits as a result of this change, to the extent that I thought it was worth listing and sharing the benefits of reading a good book and how it has helped me grow. me internet marketing business.
Personal growth
One of the most important factors in being an entrepreneur of any kind, not just internet marketing, is having the right mindset. Society tends to condition people to believe that a good job is the key to success and happiness in this life, a belief that you must break before you can succeed as an entrepreneur.
Education
To grow you have to learn. Reading is a great way to learn new skills for any aspect of life. Choose your education wisely and build on the skills you already have.
Motivation
An improved mindset coupled with an improved education gives you confidence, and being confident in your abilities improves your motivation to implement and take action, and also helps you overcome difficulties.
Inspiration
Reading other people’s stories and life experiences can be very inspiring; it can propel you to aim higher, reach further, and accomplish more.
Discipline
Setting aside time each day to read will eventually make your routine a habit, and habits are the cornerstone of discipline. Be disciplined in your reading and you’ll learn more and feel more confident, among other benefits noted in this article.
Relaxation
Leaving aside learning and education, take some time every day to read something that is not related to work. Immerse yourself in one of the classics and let your mind relax from the stresses and pressures of your day. This is a good way to relax before bed.
Renewal
Your mind is like a muscle in that it needs constant effort to sharpen and constant rest to heal. Those same books that help you wind down before bed at night have a greater impact on the overall health of your mind, helping you maintain a balance between learning and relaxation.
Your mind needs to constantly renew itself to maintain optimal health.
If you look at the bold headings, you’ll see a collection of attributes highly relevant to growing any business (Education, Motivation, Inspiration, Discipline) and you’ll get them simply by consistently reading the right set of books.