The Pat Flynn Show EP 26: Why Generalist > Specialist
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Oct 6, 2017 This conversation features Jordan Syatt, a fitness coach known for his expertise in strength training and online business. They delve into the power of generalism versus specialization, advocating for a blend of skills to find a unique advantage. Jordan highlights the benefits of rotating focus between projects for growth, while Pat explains the 80% rule for skill acquisition. They also discuss practical strategies for coaches to enhance their marketing and tech savvy, offering insights on maintaining motivation through skill diversity.
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Generalism Beats World-Class Specialization
- Being a generalist (good at many things) creates a stronger real-world advantage than chasing world-class specialization.
- Pat Flynn argues short-term specialization plus skill stacking yields unique competitive advantage and enjoyment.
Rotate Focus With Short-Term Specialization
- Use short-term specialization: focus intensely on one skill until diminishing returns, then pivot to another.
- Maintain previously built skills at lower volume while you surge on the next skill.
Aim For 80% To Avoid Burnout
- Stop at 80% mastery for most skills to avoid diminishing returns, burnout, and opportunity cost.
- Reserve the extra effort for only truly essential goals that require elite performance.
