Talent is Overrated

What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else

By: Geoff Colvin

Narrated by: Geoff Colvin

“Excellent.”—The Wall Street Journal

Since its publication ten years ago, businesspeople, investors, doctors, parents, students, athletes, and musicians at every level have adopted the maxims of Talent Is Overrated to get better at what they’re passionate about. Now this classic has been updated and revised with new research and takeaways to help anyone achieve even greater performance.

Why are certain people so incredibly great at what they do? Most of us think we know the answer—but we’re almost always wrong. That’s important, because if we’re wrong on this crucial question, then we have zero chance of getting significantly better at anything we care about.
Happily, the real source of great performance is no longer a mystery. Bringing together extensive scientific research, bestselling author Geoff Colvin shows where we go wrong and what actually makes world-class performers so remarkable. It isn’t specific, innate talent, nor is it plain old hard work. It’s a very specific type of work that anyone can do—but most people don’t.
What’s more, the principles of great performance apply to virtually any activity that matters to you. Readers worldwide have been inspired by this book’s liberating message: You don’t need a one-in-a-million natural gift. Better performance, and maybe even world-class performance, is closer than you think.

Propuestas interesantes sobre el valor del esfuerzo y dedicación

Un libro excelente para enfocar la energía en prácticas más efectivas para lograr el éxito en cualquier campo

Incredible book, my absolute favorite.

Colvin is down right truthful and pulls no punches. This is the most useful book I’ve ever read for anyone who wishes to be truly great at what they do.

5 interesting points..

interesting to me..
1. deliberate practice is priority
2. instant (or ASAP) feedback of practice hones skills best
3. creativity happens when not using the same system or routine
4. the myelin sheath can grow/regrow with constant consistant practice
5. plasticity doesn't end with old age

Legendary learning

Great to learn that it takes deliberate right practice and willingness to do the work however long it takes. There is hope for all of us. Let’s be Legendary!

a good start into performance science

This is the first audio book I have completed.
Engaging and full of evidence based references.