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Sweat The Technique

Ep 14 | How to Master Anything (with Scott Young)

May 10, 2023
Scott Young, author of Ultralearning, discusses how to master hard skills quickly. Topics include learning computer science outside of school, finding time for learning while parenting, the importance of directness in learning, the strengths and weaknesses of apprenticeship, effective learning strategies like project-based learning and deliberate practice, and the importance of constant learning in the changing landscape.
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  • Ultra learning is a self-directed and intense approach to learning new skills or improving existing ones.
  • Meta learning entails understanding the knowledge and skill acquisition process in a specific domain.

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The Power of Ultra Learning

Ultra learning is a self-directed and intense approach to learning new skills or improving existing ones. It involves focusing on efficiency and being passionate about the skill you're learning.

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