I did my steps the 1st time real quick- my sponsor was a right out of the book do them in a week type- which is fine btw- but my 2nd time through proved to be much more fruitful because I remembered so much more as far as the 4th step goes. I am a fan of the first 164 pages but I also like to add the 12x12, because it reflects what they learned from practicing the way of life for more than a few years. When I went through with the 12x12 I got so much more from the program. I'd say it's good to go fast, but don't get ahead of yourself thinking you have to be "good" at the program etc. I started out thinking I was going to do it real fast and get it right away and be a rock star at AA. :P Then I drank. And I had absolutely no plans to 5 mins before that drink.