How to Develop a New Skill
A key part of getting better at something is making the intentional choice to build that skill. In this episode, Alex talks with Ben about a 4-part framework for developing new skills, from accessing information, to seeing the skill represented, to taking action, to receiving feedback. Whether you’re looking to improve at a hobby, train up new team members, or strengthen your relationships, this framework can help you grow intentionally and efficiently.
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- What’s one skill you’re learning right now?
- There’s a difference between just doing something and intentionally focusing on skill building.
- Your language reflects your belief: Wishes and wants are not the same!
- Information: How can too much or too little information impede skill building?
- You must be willing to be bad at things in the pursuit of getting better.
- Representation: Why does demonstration beat explanation?
- Action: How can you effectively move from learning about a skill to doing the skill?
- Feedback: Why is the ability to teach an important part of skill building?
- Most people regret things they didn’t do more than things they did do.
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