342: David Epstein | Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

342: David Epstein | Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

01:18:432020-04-23

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David Epstein (@DavidEpstein) has worked as an investigative reporter for ProPublica and a senior writer for Sports Illustrated. He is the author of the number-one New York Times bestseller Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World. What We Discuss with David Epstein: What are the pros and cons of specialization and generalization? Why sacrificing depth for breadth in the learning process might be an advantage. How struggling to generate an answer -- even a wrong one -- enhances subsequent learning. The end of history illusion and the hazards of choosing to specialize between ages 18-29. Why self-taught people tend to experiment more and come to unique solutions for problems that specialists overlook. And much more... Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://jordanharbinger.com/342 Sign up for Six-Minute Networking -- our free networking and relationship development mini course -- at jordanharbinger.com/course! The Art of Manliness Podcast is a podcast that aims to help men become better men; host Brett McKay explores how to live a life of both contemplation and action while having some fun along the way. Do yourself a favor and check out The Art of Manliness Podcast here! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

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