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Mentioned in 149 episodes
Range
Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World
Book • 2019
In this book, David Epstein examines the success of generalists in various fields, including sports, arts, music, invention, forecasting, and science.
He argues that generalists, who often find their path late and juggle multiple interests, are more creative, agile, and able to make connections that specialists cannot.
Epstein uses stories and research studies to show that wide sampling and late specialization can be more valuable than early specialization, especially in complex and unpredictable environments.
He also discusses the distinction between 'kind' and 'wicked' learning environments and the importance of balancing specialization with range for long-term success.
He argues that generalists, who often find their path late and juggle multiple interests, are more creative, agile, and able to make connections that specialists cannot.
Epstein uses stories and research studies to show that wide sampling and late specialization can be more valuable than early specialization, especially in complex and unpredictable environments.
He also discusses the distinction between 'kind' and 'wicked' learning environments and the importance of balancing specialization with range for long-term success.
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Mentioned in 149 episodes
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Steven Bartlett as the author of the books ‘Range: How Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World’ and ‘The Sports Gene: Talent, Practice and the Truth About Success’.
Steven Bartlett as the author of the books ‘Range: How Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World’ and ‘The Sports Gene: Talent, Practice and the Truth About Success’.
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Mentioned by a listener, Benji, in relation to the advantages of diverse activities, contrasting it with 
Cal Newport 's concept of deep work.
Cal Newport 's concept of deep work.
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Ep. 351: Making the Internet Good Again
Mentioned by 
Farhan Thawar as a book that challenged his perspective on specialization vs. generalization.
Farhan Thawar as a book that challenged his perspective on specialization vs. generalization.
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Mentioned by Cal Newport as a New York Times bestselling author whose book will be discussed at a book launch event.
Cal Newport as a New York Times bestselling author whose book will be discussed at a book launch event.945 snips
Ep. 290: Financing the Deep Life (w/ Noah Kagan)
Mentioned by Cal Newport as the author of "Range", joining him for a conversation about slow productivity.
Cal Newport as the author of "Range", joining him for a conversation about slow productivity.646 snips
Ep. 288: Confronting Your Phone
Mentioned by Brad Stolberg when discussing the importance of having range in different life aspects.
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Ep. 264: IN-DEPTH: How to Master Change (with Brad Stulberg)
Mentioned by Cal Newport in relation to his views on career success and the value of generalist skills.
Cal Newport in relation to his views on career success and the value of generalist skills.461 snips
Ep. 2: Improving Concentration, Influential Books, and Figuring Out What to Focus On | DEEP QUESTIONS
Mentioned by 
Rich Roll , referencing the author's concept of range and its relevance to adaptability.
Rich Roll , referencing the author's concept of range and its relevance to adaptability.
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Mencionado por Sergio San Juan al hablar sobre las ventajas de la generalización antes de la especialización.
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Las Claves del Aprendizaje, con Sergio San Juan (Ep. 438)
