I used to think the problem was that I didn’t like reading.
While I genuinely enjoy reading, it was a constant struggle to pick up a book and actually finish it. I would start books with excitement, then abandon them halfway.
Some books stayed on my shelf for so long they probably started questioning my loyalty. Like many other people today, especially with the endless loop of short videos, doom scrolling, and constant notifications, staying committed to my reading habit became increasingly difficult.
I found something and it was a game changer. I found Emprinte Readers Hub.
The reading structure of breaking books into weekly reading goals made the reading feel achievable instead of overwhelming. Rather than staring at a 300-page book wondering where to even begin, I now approach reading step by step, chapter by chapter, week by week.
To be quite honest, technology has also helped me in ways I didn’t expect. Using a text-to-speech (TTS) reader allowed me to “read” while commuting or handling routine tasks.
I learned to read on the go and it helped me stay more focused and consistent in actually finishing books. I’ve also used AI tools to help extract key lessons I might have missed and deepen my understanding of what I’m reading.
Not as a replacement for actual reading but as a companion that helps me reflect better and retain more information. Now I can say this.
Reading is no longer just a quest to finish books for me. It is my partner in becoming more intentional with how I think, learn, and grow.
And in many ways, that growth has reflected in my personal life, leadership journey, communication, and even how I approach opportunities professionally.
Across Africa, we talk a lot about changing our future.
But one thing is certain: people who consistently learn will always have an advantage.
Reading remains one of the simplest ways to sharpen your thinking and expand your perspective.
At Emprinte Readers Hub, we are building a community that makes growth practical, structured, and sustainable for Africans who want to become better thinkers, leaders, and professionals.
So if reading has ever felt difficult for you, you’re not alone. Sometimes all you need is the right environment and the right system.