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Mentioned in 13 episodes

Talent Is Overrated

Book • 2009

In 'Talent Is Overrated', Geoff Colvin challenges the conventional wisdom that exceptional performance is due to innate talent.

Instead, he presents extensive scientific research showing that the key to great performance is 'deliberate practice' – a specific type of work that is designed to improve performance, often with a teacher’s help, and involves continuous feedback and mental demands.

The book provides insights and real-world examples to help readers understand and apply these principles to achieve greater performance in their fields.

Mentioned by

Patrick O'Shaughnessy

John O'Sullivan

Mentioned in 13 episodes

Mentioned by

Patrick O'Shaughnessy

in the introduction.

Dev Ittycheria - The Database Evolution - [Invest Like the Best, EP.373]

Mentioned by

Rob Dial

when discussing deliberate practice and expertise.

The Skill of Self Confidence

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

as an influential book on deliberate practice.

Ep. 107: How Do I Stay Motivated on Long-Term Projects?

Mentioned by

David Puder

and Scott Miller as influencing their understanding of deliberate practice and skill development.

Getting Better Results from Your Patients as a Psychotherapist

Mentioned by

Scott Miller

in relation to the 10,000-hour rule and its implications.

Episode #77 David Epstein

Mentioned by

Rob Dial

when discussing deliberate practice, a concept explored in the book.

How To Be More Confident: A Step-By-Step Process to Mastery

Mentioned by

Joshua Sheats

in the context of a discussion on deliberate practice and high levels of accomplishment.

OUT AND ABOUT: Worldschooling: Beyond the Three Rs (Expat Money 290)

Mentioned by

John O'Sullivan

to highlight the influence of nurture in sports development.

#392 Dr. Joe Baker on the Tyranny of Talent, How it Compels and Limits Achievement, and the Damage Early Labels Can do to our Kids

Mentioned by

Brian Johnson

as one of his favorite books on the subject of achieving greatness.

APN50 - Jordan, Mozart & 10,000 Hours

Mentioned by

Rob Dial

when discussing the 10,000-hour rule for expertise.

How to Become World-Class

Mentioned by

Rob Dial

as one of his favorite books that talks about how talent alone is not enough for success.

What Do You Believe?

Mentioned by

Sonny Side

as a book that talks about the 10,000 hour rule.

#1925 - Sonny, from Best Ever Food Review Show

Mentioned by

David Puder

in relation to discipline and practice in achieving expertise.

The Hero’s Journey for the Mental Health Professional

Mentioned by

Bror Saxberg

when discussing deliberate practice and expertise development.

Learning Science, Expertise, and the Future of Work with Dr. Bror Saxberg

Mentioned by

Rob Dial

as one of his favorite books, highlighting the importance of skill over talent.

You Become What You Believe

Mentioned by

Douglas Conant

when discussing the importance of deliberate practice in leadership development.

136: How To Create Connections in The Smallest of Moments, with Douglas Conant

Mentioned by

Alex Sarlin

in relation to deliberate practice and talent development.

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