When I think of an expert, I remember my grandmother who was an expert baker (at least we thought so!) and spent a lot of money on baking supplies but never made a dime from it - just gushing compliments. I think about a friend who is an expert sports photographer but makes his living working for an airline. I think about many of my friends who are experts that make their living sharing their expertise by speaking professionally.

In my life, I'm good at a lot of things and feel confident that I have achieved the skill status to be considered an expert in a few. (Anyone who does the family laundry can can freely add this to their areas of expertise!) I have been teaching and studying speed reading for over 20 years and feel confident saying I am an expert in this field.

Recently, I was asked to write another book about speed reading ("The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speed Reading" due out in June 2008) which gave me the opportunity to re-read the over 30 books I have on my shelf having to do with speed reading. What an incredible experience! I learned that I really DO know my stuff BUT there are a few things that could make what I do even better. It's like I'm an old dog learning new tricks.

I share this with you because from this experience, I have rejuvenated my passion for teaching speed reading and strengthened the foundation of my area of expertise. It is a privilege to re-visit the information again from so many different viewpoints.

The public schedule for Rev It Up Reading speed reading half-day workshop include:

• Basking Ridge, NJ - November 30
• Hartford, CT - December 4

Register 14 days in advance of the workshop date for our Early Bird Discount or always get 10% off if you bring a friend (both receive the discount). Feel free to share this information with your family, friends and colleagues!

If you can't attend a public workshop, Rev It Up Reading can be scheduled in-house for your organization or association meeting. Contact us with your interest.

You may be wondering what this has to do with you. Since you read, you are the exact audience I am writing for. I'd like to know what questions you have surrounding the topic of speed reading. It doesn't matter whether you currently read slow or fast or have taken a speed reading course or not.

1. If you have never taken a speed reading course, I'd like to know what you want to know about when you hear the concept of speed reading, OR
2. If you have taken a speed reading course, I'd appreciate knowing how it has affected your reading efficiency or effectiveness.

I thank you in advance for sending me your questions or comments at Abby@TheCorporateEducator.com.