1082 - How to Get Better at Anything

01:18 - James read Scott’s book, Get Better at Anything, in one night, and found it both practical and well-grounded.

03:55 - Why would the best golf player in the world hire someone who isn't as good at golf to be his coach?

06:12 - It took two decades before Tetris players began to master the game, and here’s why…

08:35 - Technology and exposure can accelerate learning in unprecedented ways.

10:27 - While technology is helping people learn better, it's also a double-edged sword, says Scott.

12:25 - There's a significant difference between knowing a problem solving technique and figuring it out on your own.

17:21 - The shift from traditional to online poker illustrates how environment and available tools can drastically change the way a game is played and mastered.

20:44 - The artistic training methods of Renaissance painters offer valuable lessons on the importance of time and practice in mastering a skill.

24:11 - Feedback and coaching are key elements in how to learn better and faster.

26:52 - Our intuition and memory can be fallible. Collecting data and tracking performance can provide more reliable insights and help improve decision-making.

29:04 - The London Blitz shows that exposure to stressful situations can reduce fear and anxiety.

32:31 - Selling can be intimidating, but redefining what it means can make the process more enjoyable.

36:43 - How is Get Better at Anything different from Scott’s earlier published title, Ultralearning?