What Is a Videobook?
What they are, how they're made, and what you can expect to see.
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What is a Videobook?
In today's fast-paced world, effective learning and information retention are crucial for personal and professional growth. With that in mind, LIT Videobooks has pioneered a new and accessible way to consume books. With Videobooks the work is out of your hands, and the learning experience has become much easier and more enjoyable. In this article, we'll explore the world of videobooks, including what they are, how they're made, and what you can expect to see.
What you’ll find in each videobook
Why are videobooks right for you?
What is a videobook?
Videobooks are 1-hour video versions of bestselling books, allowing you to read a book as easily as if you were watching a movie. Something that may have taken you days can now be accomplished in just one hour.
Unlike traditional text-based learning, studies have revealed that the human brain processes images 60,000 times faster than text, with visual information comprising 90% of what is transmitted to the brain.
With videobooks, you can consume information in a visual way that makes the reading experience more engaging and memorable.
With videobooks you get insight from the authors as well as interviews with entrepreneurs, experts, celebrities, and executives, giving you a well-rounded perspective on each topic. The author guides you through their ideas, so you can quickly and easily add new skills to your personal toolbelt.
What you’ll learn
Videobooks cover a diverse range of topics catering to different interests and needs. Whether you're looking to master the art of business strategy or learn all about potty training. Here’s what you can expect:
Here is a look at what you can find in the LIT library:
- Personal development
- Try Die With Zero or Wanting
- Marketing and sales
- Try Influence or Predictably Irrational
- Entrepreneurship and innovation
- Try Crossing the Chasm or Loonshots
- Communication skills
- Try How to Talk to Anyone or Exactly What to Say
- Career growth
- Try Unapologetically Ambitious or The Squiggly Career
- Management and leadership
- Try Radical Candor or Trillion Dollar Coach
- Health and wellness
- Try Indistractable or The Book of Awakening
- Parenting
- Try Oh Crap! Potty Training or Limitless Mind
What you’ll find in each videobook
What’s really great about videobooks is the unique content and visual aids that are incorporated into each videobook.
1. Hear from the author directly
1. Hear from the author directly
You get to hear directly from the author themselves. They provide you with what they believe are the key elements of their book. No need for pen, paper, and sticky notes to try and figure out what the most important takeaways are from these insightful stories.
Videobooks make it easy by highlighting the key points, so you can focus on absorbing all the valuable information.
Authors guide you through each point in their books, providing personal anecdotes and real-life examples that expand on their ideas. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the author's message and how to apply it to your own life. Authors can share their experiences and insights in a way that goes beyond the written page, making their ideas more accessible and relatable.
Shiny Object Syndrome | The Long Game by Dorie Clark
2. Archival footage
Videobooks utilize archival footage to provide supplementary information. This may include newsreels, documentaries, interviews, speeches, or other audiovisual records from the past.
Archival footage showcases different viewpoints, voices, and experiences, adding complexity to the story and encouraging critical thinking in a way text alone can’t.
Incorporating archival footage into videobooks provides a visual representation of the subject matter. Visuals are known to aid memory retention and recall. Seeing historical events or moments through archival footage helps to create a visual memory that will enhance your understanding of the topic.
Archival footage also adds a layer of authenticity to the author’s story. You see real people, real places, and real events, which can build on your connection to the story and to the author's intent. Archival footage can also shed light on the social, cultural, and political context of the time, giving a more comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and its relevance.
Don't Let Them Win | Unapologetically Ambitious by Shellye Archambeau
3. Data Visualization
You may struggle to understand complex data or information presented in a book, but videobooks use data visualization that can help! Videobooks use clear and easy-to-read charts, graphs, and tables to build on your understanding of the author's ideas and arguments in a visual and engaging way.
One of the significant benefits of data visualization in videobooks is that it presents complex data in a simplified and accessible format. Instead of struggling to decipher lengthy explanations or text-heavy passages, you can quickly grasp the main points and trends through visuals. This can be especially useful when dealing with data-heavy subjects, such as statistics, scientific findings, or historical trends. Which are all present in the LIT videobook library.
4. Live action
Live-action segments provide real-life examples that illustrate the author's techniques and ideas in action. You can watch someone struggle with a situation, such as honesty in the workplace or networking with peers, and then listen as the author provides tips and techniques to navigate that situation successfully.
Visual demonstrations allow you to see techniques used in real-world scenarios, making it easier to understand and apply them to your own life.
Authors often share their own experiences, including the challenges and setbacks they faced along the way. By witnessing their struggles and how they overcame them, you can learn valuable lessons without having to make the same mistakes yourself. This can save you time and can help you avoid potential pitfalls as you navigate similar situations in your own life.
A Thanksgiving Dinner Experiment | Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
5. Animation
Videobooks use animation to bring the author’s stories to life. Each animation is specifically designed to highlight the most important concepts in each book.
Animations serve as visual aids that complement the written content, helping to reinforce the author's message and make it more comprehensible. Through creative and engaging animations, complex ideas are simplified, and abstract concepts are made more tangible, allowing viewers to grasp the content more clearly.
We respond to and process visual data better than any other type of data. So, with these visual aids and animation, you can bring what you’ve learned to your work and personal life.
Videobooks provide visual aids and anecdotes to supplement and add to the author’s story. As a viewer, you get a more well-rounded understanding of the book and its topic. Videobooks take the story off the page and bring it to life, allowing for a much stronger and more memorable experience with these beneficial books.
Animation | Chatter by Ethan Kross
Why are videobooks right for you?
Now you know what to expect from each videobook. But what are the benefits of watching these best-selling books instead of reading them?
The benefits of visual learning
The benefits of visual learning
Enhanced Retention: Visual learning can improve retention. Visuals such as images, diagrams, charts, and videos can help reinforce the information you’re seeing. When information is presented visually, it can be easier to remember and recall later.
Increased Comprehension: Visuals can lead to a better understanding of complex concepts or information. Visuals can make abstract or complex ideas more accessible and easier to grasp. They can also help learners make connections between different pieces of information and see the bigger picture, leading to a deeper understanding of the material.
Improved Engagement: Visuals can be more engaging and interesting compared to reading text. They capture your attention, stimulate curiosity, and create a more interactive learning experience. This engagement can lead to increased motivation, which can, in turn, enhance the overall benefits of these videobooks.
Accessibility: Visuals can be particularly beneficial for learners who may have different learning styles or may face challenges with reading, such as those with visual impairments or dyslexia. Visuals can provide alternative ways for these learners to access information, making learning more inclusive and accessible.
Real-world Application: Visuals can help learners connect theoretical concepts to real-world applications. For example, visual representations of problem-solutions, historical events, or behavioral concepts can help learners apply techniques in practice, making the learning experience more relevant and applicable.
Visual learners benefit greatly from videobooks. Visual aids lead to the author’s concepts being taken off the page and utilized in real life, both professionally and personally.
Why watch videobooks?
Videobooks are more convenient. According to a survey by the Pew Research Center, 27% of Americans reported not having read a book in the past year, despite expressing a desire to read more.
It’s difficult to devote your time and energy to the same book for a week or even a month. Videobooks don’t require hours or days. They can be watched on your own schedule and at your own pace. Some videobooks can be consumed during a 45-minute commute, and most can be watched during a single lunch break.
Containing hundreds of pages of text, seven books would take months to finish. With one videobook a day, you can learn from 7 different books in just one week. Even compared to audiobooks, which can be 9 to 10 hours long, videobooks cut that time down by almost 90%.
Videobooks and their authors do the work for you. Expert authors share their knowledge, provide invaluable insights, and offer a completely unique perspective on their books. Videobooks are organized into easy-to-digest chapters that focus on the most important takeaways, making it simple for viewers to absorb and retain the key concepts.
Authors take the time to answer questions and expand on their ideas, providing a dynamic and engaging learning experience. The chapter-based structure of videobooks allows viewers to easily navigate through the content and revisit specific topics as needed.
Are you feeling anxious about an upcoming job interview or asking for a raise at work? Watch Your Next Five Moves the night before, and Patrick Bet-David will help you develop valuable negotiation skills and teach you how to make strategic moves to advance your career.
Do you have incredible new ideas but feel like no one’s listening? Watch Loonshots and let Safi Bahcall show you how crucial it is to not give up on your ideas.
Videobooks are an excellent resource for those looking to expand their knowledge and skills in a convenient, affordable, and engaging way. With the rise of online learning, incorporating videobooks into your personal or professional development plan can provide a competitive edge and set you on a path to success.
Why people love videobooks
This is what others had to say about their experience watching videobooks:
“The concepts were all the more powerful to me because 1.) I "watched" the book from start to finish. I would never have read the book from start to finish like this allowed me to do. 2.) The format allowed note-taking vs. underlining in the book. 3.) The guided imagery reinforced the audible vs. me reading the book and having to supply my own images and kept me wanting more.” - John P.
“Having visuals for these chapters raises your awareness, plants the pictures in your mind, and locks them into your memory. I read the book twice and have also listened to the audio. However, watching the video still increased my retention.” - Dave A.
“You just changed the nature of learning for me.” - Ed B.
“This was incredible! Having read the book and listened to it on audio as well, seeing it in a video format was super helpful as a refresher and as a way to get someone interested in the book.” - Anthony A.
“Wow. Just amazing stuff and a great format. This is going to change the way people learn.” - James M.
Videobooks offer a unique learning experience that can help you improve your life, career, and overall wellness. You have access to expert authors and engaging visual aids that make learning enjoyable and accessible. LIT Videobooks has pioneered the videobooks format and offers a library that allows you to explore new topics from the comfort of your own home or office, with new videobooks posted every month.
Visual learning through videobooks offers a flexible approach that works for you. You can watch and re-watch videobooks at your own convenience, making it easy to fit learning into your busy schedule.
Start exploring the world of videobooks and unlock the endless possibilities for learning and growth in a new accessible way. Learn in a way that works for you, and finally, start seeing improvement in your personal and professional life.