Question

A speech on the topic Read To Lead

Answer 1

Reading has at all times and in all ages been a great source of knowledge. Today the ability to read is highly valued and very important for social and economic advancement. In today’s world with so much more to know and to learn and also the need for a conscious effort to conquer the divisive forces, the importance of reading has increased. In the olden days if reading was not cultivated or encouraged, there was a substitute for it in the religious sermon and in the oral tradition. In the nineteenth century, Victorian households used to get together for an hour or so in the evenings and listen to books being read aloud, But ,today we not only read, we also want to read more and more and catch up with the events taking place around us. Reading skills are essential to succeed in society. Those who are good readers tend to exhibit progressive social skills. A person who is widely read is able to mix with others. He is a better conversationalist then those who do not read. He can stand his ground. Reading broadens the vision. It is in a way a substitute for travel. It is not possible to travel as much one would like to and reading can fill in the gap created by the lack of travel. Having confidence in reading only comes from the daily practice of reading. A good reader can interact with others in a far better way because reading has widened his vision and point of view. Thus a widely-read man is a better conversationalist and is able to see the other side point of view.

Answer 2

Answer:

READ TO LEAD

Explanation:

We have heard the saying: READ TO LEAD but in real life, in what manner does reading affect your leadership skills?

Reading is one of the habits that boost our mental capabilities ranging from communication and deep thinking to critical analysis skills.  Consider, I am a non-reader and do not read, So, I do not have enough knowledge about any topic, but the one who reads a lot know about it through different sources. As the information is from various books, the writers must have different perspectives. Hence, the reader will be confused about which way to act upon, so he thinks deeply to understand the topic clearly. He examines the subject and finds mistakes in both the books upon which he was puzzled while reading. His ability to analyze anything critically will enhance. He comes to know about the way of conveying your idea. However, along with the info, we have other skills. We can use this knowledge wherever we want to help us. Leaders have many qualities upon which the primary and main quality is to think. Reading forces us to ponder over the topic. Hence we can say that the one who reads will ultimately be the one who leads.