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How to Get Better at Anything

The Art of Manliness

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The Value of Emulating Success in Learning Various Skills

Emulating successful practices in different skills like public speaking, negotiation, and computer programming is beneficial. People naturally copy best practices, but highlighting and consciously applying this approach is crucial. Emulating successful speakers, for example, aids in understanding effective strategies and techniques. Simply copying at the beginning stages is acceptable, but comprehending the why behind actions helps bypass extensive trial and error. Research shows that individuals struggle to invent effective solutions independently. Recognizing successful methods and incorporating them deliberately speeds up the learning process and prevents wasted effort. Success serves as a valuable teacher in the learning journey of mastering various skills.

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