Frequently Asked Questions
Questions
- How much does the book cost?
- How large is the book, how long will it take to read?
- This sounds like a quick fix? I'm tired of over-hyped solutions that don't work.
- What gives you credibility to talk about this?
- Are these ideas backed up by learning research?
- I've read other books on studying, how is this one different?
- What if I want a refund?
- I have a blog, newsletter or access to a media outlet. Can I get a press copy?
- ...Hey! My question isn't on here. Where can I contact you personally for an answer?
ANSWER
Currently the book is priced at 39.95 USD.
How large is the book, how long will it take to read?
The book is over 200 pages in length, and I have taken great care to make it easy for reading. You can quickly absorb the ideas through a fast skim and then take the time to re-read sections if you have trouble. Included with the book are six bonus printouts designed to help you practice the content in the book.
This sounds like a quick fix? I'm tired of over-hyped solutions that don't work.
This is definitely not a quick fix. Holistic Learning is a complete strategy involving dozens of techniques. Only by practicing the techniques and tweaking them towards your specific subjects can you master them. The book offers tips for making sure the techniques become habits, so you will automatically learn holistically.
If you wanted to buy a book to learn a programming language, you wouldn't expect to be able to recreate Google just after reading it. But if you truly are committed to learning, then the programming book can give you a far more detailed guide than you could otherwise get from trial and error. This book is just another guide, to give you the path to mastery.
What gives you the credibility to talk about this?
I'm just a student like you. I don't have a doctorate or access to coaching the best minds in the world. The holistic learning strategy is my attempt to explain how extraordinary learners can do what they do. After originally sharing my findings, I have had the chance to interact with hundreds of people trying to apply them.
Since accomplishing my own modest successes using holistic learning, I've started working with small groups of people to continue refining the approach. Even in the early phases of these experiments, participants have managed to improve their studying habits.
Are these ideas backed by learning research?
My emphasis has been on trying to pinpoint the strategy smart people use to learn, rather than rehash existing findings. However, the basic concepts of holistic learning are based on how your brain stores information: through connections.
I've read other books on studying, how is this one different?
Most books cover the basic tools for being more productive and organized when it comes to your studying. While this can save some time, it doesn't do much to improve the way you learn. Holistic learning provides a different strategy for learning entirely, so the need for repeatedly re-studying the same information is reduced.
The book comes backed with a 120 Day Guarantee, but I understand that it isn't for everyone. Just send me an e-mail to learnmorestudyless@scotthyoung.com with your order number and I can take care of any problems you have.
I have a blog, newsletter or access to a media outlet. Can I get a press copy?
Just e-mail me with your information and the media outlet you represent, including readership/traffic figures and I can arrange a press copy for you for free.
...Hey! My question isn't on here. Where can I contact you personally for an answer?
My contact information is here. Alternatively, you can send an e-mail directly to learnmorestudyless@scotthyoung.com.