What is best way to improve/learn Poker?

[MickeyWins]

I have played over 1000 hours of $8/$16. I am winning $6 per hour. I want to play higher. But have been advised to wait until I can beat the level I am at for atleast 1 big bet an hour.
I want ideas on how to improve. I have almost every book written on poker. I am not stupid..lol.
Please take the time to leave any ideas for improvement....that have worked for you in the past....or you think might help me.
thank you very much...HELP...I STILL SUCK...