HBR IdeaCast Accelerate Learning to Boost Your Career
Oct 22, 2019
Scott Young, an acclaimed author and self-taught expert who mastered MIT's computer science curriculum in just a year, shares his ultralearning techniques. He emphasizes how anyone can rapidly acquire new skills, from coding to public speaking, and the value of personalized learning strategies. Young discusses the necessity of continuous education in a fast-paced world and introduces innovative methods tailored for busy professionals. He also explores meta learning principles, underscoring the importance of understanding how to learn effectively for career growth.
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Prioritize Learning
- To advance your career, focus on continuous learning and skill development.
- Adopt a mindset of always having a learning project to upgrade your skills.
Expert Interview Method
- Identify valuable skills by interviewing experts two or three steps ahead in your target career path.
- Ask about their trajectory and the skills they developed during transitions.
Unexpected Career Shift
- A man, initially uninterested in professional public speaking, embarked on an intensive seven-month learning project.
- This led him to become a finalist in the World Championship of Public Speaking and launch a public speaking consultancy.
