Wednesday, September 4, 2013

What I've Been Reading

The First 20 Hours: How to Learn Anything . . . Fast! by Josh Kaufman.  You can randomly read any chapter anytime to get a boost of inspiration - highly recommended !!

What Is Rapid Skill Acquisition?
Rapid skill acquisition is a process— a way of breaking down the skill you’re trying to acquire into the smallest possible parts, identifying which of those parts are most important, then deliberately practicing those elements first. It’s as simple as that. Rapid skill acquisition has four major steps:
  • Deconstructing a skill into the smallest possible subskills;
  • Learning enough about each subskill to be able to practice intelligently and self-correct during practice; 
  • Removing physical, mental, and emotional barriers that get in the way of practice;
  • Practicing the most important subskills for at least twenty hours.
Here are the ten major principles of rapid skill acquisition: 
  • Choose a lovable project. 
  • Focus your energy on one skill at a time. 
  • Define your target performance level.
  • Deconstruct the skill into subskills. 
  • Obtain critical tools. 
  • Eliminate barriers to practice. 
  • Make dedicated time for practice.
  • Create fast feedback loops. 
  • Practice by the clock in short bursts. 
  • Emphasize quantity and speed.



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