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The Science of Achievement, With Adam Grant

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Cultivating Potential: The Power of Deliberate Play and Interleaving

This chapter explores the concept of deliberate play and interleaving in skill-building activities. It discusses the story of Brandon Payne and Steph Curry, emphasizing the importance of adding fun, autonomy, and variety to practice routines. It also connects the concept of interleaving to the modern workforce and provides an example of its application in improving public speaking skills.

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