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The First 20 Hours - How to Learn Anything

TEDx via YouTube

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Discover a revolutionary approach to learning new skills in this TEDx talk by Josh Kaufman, bestselling author of 'The Personal MBA.' Learn how to master the toughest part of acquiring any new ability in just 20 hours. Explore Kaufman's research-backed method for rapid skill acquisition, including deconstructing the skill, removing barriers to practice, and dedicating focused time to learning. Follow along as he demonstrates his technique by learning to play the ukulele, culminating in a performance of "Gangnam Style." Gain insights into overcoming the initial frustration of learning and accelerating your progress in any field.

Syllabus

Introduction
The 10000 hour rule
The learning curve
Research
Method
Deconstruct
Remove barriers
Practice for 20 hours
Ukulele
How to play songs
Gangnam Style
Conclusion

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    Osman Khan
    The course was very good enough, and I learn perhaps all those things need to learn anything
    Every matter though in the lecture was important. I loved the course I learned that every brain skill needs time to learn and it's important to spend at least 20hours to get familiar in any skill id doesn't mean 10000hours are not required. It's the best lecture to watch before studying anything , its important to learn how to learn before starting to learn

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