How to Learn Anything... Fast - Josh Kaufman
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The 10,000-hour rule by Malcolm Gladwell has been misinterpreted, as research shows that proficiency in a skill can be achieved in around 20 hours of focused practice with proper techniques and strategies. By committing to at least 20 hours of deliberate practice, breaking down skills into sub-skills, and removing barriers to practice, efficient learning and skill improvement can be achieved in a short timeframe.
Insights
- Contrary to the popular 10,000-hour rule, research suggests that proficiency in a skill can be achieved with just 20 hours of focused practice, emphasizing the importance of deliberate and efficient learning methods.
- Deconstructing skills into manageable sub-skills, committing to a minimum of 20 hours of deliberate practice, and removing barriers to focused learning are key strategies for efficient skill acquisition, allowing individuals to make significant progress in a short timeframe.
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The 10,000-hour rule suggests it takes 10,000 hours of deliberate practice to excel in a skill, but it has been misunderstood in society.
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