

How to help people get better at anything - a conversation with Scott H. Young
18 snips May 17, 2024
In this conversation, Scott H. Young, author of 'Ultralearning' and 'Get Better at Anything', explores innovative approaches to mastering new skills. He reveals what Tetris players can teach about improvement and emphasizes that the mind isn’t just a muscle. Scott advocates for valuing variability over repetition and explains why skill development isn’t linear. He also discusses the need for practice to align with real-life scenarios, offering listeners practical strategies to enhance their learning experience across various domains.
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Tetris Players
- Modern Tetris players outperform players from the 90s.
- This stems from increased connectivity and learning resources like online videos.
Knowledge Sharing
- Alchemists' secrecy hindered their progress, while open communication advanced chemistry.
- Open knowledge sharing is crucial for skill development in any field.
Variability over Repetition
- Varied practice improves adaptability more than repetitive drills.
- It enhances the ability to choose and apply the right skill at the right time.