Stop the Inner Monologue - One’s inner monologue, also known as subvocalization, is an extremely common trait among readers.
Word–Chunking - Words- chunking closely parallels the idea of eliminating the inner monologue. This is the act of reading multiple words at once and is the key to reading faster.
Do Not Rewrite the Words on the Page - Before we move on to the peripheral vision part – that’s the real kicker – you’re going to want to make sure you break the habit of rereading the words on the page.
Use Peripheral Vision - Use the techniques from everything above to view and comprehend several words at one time.
Use a Timer - Set a timer for one minute, reading normally as the time dwindles down. When the timer goes off, note how many pages you have read.
Set a Goal - Give yourself a goal of a certain number of pages to read each day/week/etc., and stick to it.
Read MORE - The more you read, the more you will be better at it. The better you are at reading, the more you will increase your reading speed.
Use a Marker - Simply place an index card below each line, and slip it down as you read. This will ensure you stay reading one line at a time.
Work on Improving Your Vocabulary - If you work on improving your vocabulary, you will know more words. The more words you add to your repertoire, the faster you read.
Read with a Purpose – When you read with a clear goal or purpose, it motivates you to keep reading. Especially when you're reading a self-help book, having some background questions can help you find your answers or insights more quickly.