Good ideas and conversation. No ads, no tracking. Login or Take a Tour!
katakowsj · 3917 days ago · link · · parent · post: Debunking the Myth of the 10,000-Hours Rule: What It Actually Takes to Reach Genius-Level Excellence | Brain Pickings
"Groundbreaking research has pointed to “grit” as a better predictor of success than IQ, while psychologists have admonished against the dangers of slipping into autopilot in the quest for skill improvement." So true. "Grit" being the dogged pursuit of continued improvement, is a necessity for success. As an educator, I see that this "grit" is more valuable than ever for my students. With a shift from a manufacturing economy to a service based economy in the U.S., our upcoming workforce will need to stay flexible, reflective, and growth minded to continually improve their area of expertise.