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Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

David J. Epstein

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What if early specialization is actually holding you back? David Epstein challenges the "10,000-hour rule," revealing why generalists not specialistsbthrive in our complex world. Through compelling stories from Roger Federer to NASA disasters, he shows how sampling diverse experiences, embracing "desirable difficulties," and finding your true match quality leads to breakthrough innovation and lasting success.

In this KitUP, you'll learn:

• Why a broad sampling period beats early specialization

• How "wicked" problems require diverse thinking, not narrow expertise

• Why quitting strategically is often smarter than blind perseverance

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