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1534: Beyond the 10,000 Hour Rule: Richard Hamming and the Messy Art of Becoming Great by Cal Newport
Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship
Navigating Ambiguity on the Path to Excellence
In this chapter, Hamming's lecture explores the intricate journey toward achieving excellence in science, emphasizing the critical roles of courage and the environment. He challenges the oversimplified notion of mastery, advocating for embracing uncertainty and engaging in deliberate practice as key components of personal and professional growth.
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