“Are you going to be overwhelmed by information overload, or are you going to learn how to thrive in overload?”
In this age of information overload, information literacy is essential to eating well and living well!

The world changes so rapidly that we can't even recognize it every day. The vast ocean of information is no longer a mere rhetoric; it's a reality right before our eyes.
There's so much to see and so much to do.
The overwhelming information overload threatens to drown us, but it also holds the economic and spiritual resources of all that is valuable today.
The ability to properly read and wisely utilize this infinite amount of information is the most powerful force for achieving success and happiness today.
‘Information literacy’ is the key that determines our daily lives, lives, careers, and success.

However, when asked what 'how to handle information well' is, it is difficult to give a straight answer.
Here's a clear answer, based on 25 years of research by renowned futurist Ross Dawson.
Let's develop five capabilities that will evolve our brains into 'information brains.'
First, understand why you are looking for information, and then create a framework to turn that information into meaningful patterns.
Let's filter out the information that is valuable to me through that framework.
Maximize your efficiency by utilizing 200% of your time in 6 focus modes.
By combining these four forces and creatively integrating ideas, you can seize opportunities and make better decisions.
This book's clear vision, systematic guidance, helpful tips, and questions will help you develop information habits and strategies that will help you distill information overload into "my rich expertise, sharp insights, and higher performance."
The moment you acquire information literacy, success and prosperity in this era will come to you.

"Information Literacy: Essential Knowledge for Modern People Who Eat Well and Live Well in the Big Data Era" begins with the fundamental premise that our identity, life, and destiny are determined by our interrelationship with information.
Humans exist in an environment full of information.
Information is everything we receive through our senses, and its scope and depth are expanding day by day.
Because every type of content imaginable is exploding.
We must learn how to thrive in an information-intensive world we have never experienced before.
This learning is very practical and may be an essential part of human evolution.
--- p.16, from “Preface_Talking about Success”

I have no doubt that each of us has a fundamental choice when it comes to navigating information overload.
Will you be overwhelmed by information overload, or will you learn to thrive in this overload? You and I have been born into an era of unprecedented change, living in an environment where anyone can access an explosive amount of information.
It is up to each of us to decide whether we view this reality as a problem to be solved or as an opportunity for growth and development.
--- p.25, from “Preface_Talking about Success”

The goal of this book is not to help you find your life's purpose.
Rather, in a world where information is the core of life and livelihood, we want to help you thrive without being swayed by it.
The essential first step to avoid being overwhelmed by information overload is to be conscious of what you want from work and life.
Only then will I understand the role information plays in my life, discern what is useful to me and what is not, and use it in the most productive way possible.
--- p.29, from “Chapter 1_The Power of Purpose”

The word 'purpose' carries considerable weight.
We can see this in the way self-development experts constantly emphasize finding your purpose in life.
We all act with intention every day, whether or not we've discovered our "why."
And yet, a significant portion of our waking hours are spent dealing with countless different forms of information.
Therefore, to ensure that our journey with information doesn't lead us astray, it's essential to know 'why we do this.'
Make your intentions clear.
Then you will be able to properly define your relationship with the information that is most beneficial to you.
Your information habits should be shaped by your unique priorities.
--- p.32, from “Chapter 1_The Power of Purpose”

For us, who are constantly being sucked into a vortex of information today, the most dangerous thing is not being able to step back and see the bigger picture.
Having a unique perspective allows you to digest the deluge of information, identify connections and priorities, and uncover the insights you need to achieve your goals.
Our intention should not be to conquer the torrent of information.
Such goals only endanger us and keep us stuck in a never-ending cycle of updates.
It is our job to produce useful knowledge, understand the nature of what we are doing, and accurately predict the consequences of our actions.
In short, as we struggle to understand the world, we must both create and recognize 'patterns' to do so.
--- p.66, from “Chapter 2_The Power of Framing”

Curating information with others in mind, as well as yourself, is a very useful guide in the process of filtering and understanding information.
Filtering is not a mindless search for information.
It serves as a crucial tool to avoid being swept away by the information overload by assessing and sometimes preempting the incoming information flow.
--- p.116, from “Chapter 3_The Power of Filtering”

Our brain operates in different states depending on the situation.
Neurological patterns vary significantly depending on whether we're watching a movie, studying for a test, browsing social media, showering, or engaging in another activity.
However, maintaining one of these mental states for too long is not only impossible, but also undesirable.
The role of each focus mode is to create the life we ​​want.
The trick is determining when each focus mode is most useful to you on your journey with information.
--- p.175, from “Chapter 4_The Power of Concentration”

In an economy built on information abundance, who creates the most value? It's the individual with the ability to synthesize diverse factors.
In other words, people who can grasp the big picture, build expertise, make better, more informed decisions, seize opportunities, and stay ahead of machines.
The ultimate moment when comprehensive capabilities shine is when you make better decisions.
Decisions that foster learning, refine our judgments about possibilities, and tolerate conflicting ideas are the path to greatest success in these times of extreme uncertainty.
--- p.218, from “Chapter 5_The Power of Synthesis”

First, we must recognize that information literacy is fundamental to all human endeavors and an essential skill for success in many areas of work and life.
With this awareness in mind, educators and leaders should prioritize and design systems that enhance educational and work environments that promote information literacy.
Look at the successful people around you.
The most successful people are actually those who have learned to make the most of information overload.
Even those people could benefit from a clear focus on improving their daily information habits through education.
Let alone ordinary people.

--- p.272, from “Chapter 6_From Excess to Abundance”