Talent Is Overrated

What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else

De: Geoff Colvin

Narrado por: Geoff Colvin

“Excellent.” (The Wall Street Journal)

Since its publication 10 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, best-selling 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 and listeners 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.

©2008 Geoff Colvin (P)2019 Penguin Audio

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

a good start into performance science

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

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 new look at human success/ accomplishment

Study based, fact based. Examples of great musicians, scientists, business people and the myth of talent. A must for musicians to read. A must for PARENTS to read.
I listened to this almost straight for 2 days. Could not stop. And then bought the paperback. Age is no limitation to doing better. I’m going to strengthen that brain myelin! And now, understand how to help my grandchildren.
Stunned. It’s not another self help book at all. Yikes.

Must read for parents with kids in sports

This is a must read for parents with kids in sports. To help you realize just how much actual work is required to be great.

Life changing book

Life changing book, it really opened my mind giving a deep understanding about what talent and deliberate practice really are, in any field.

Super kitty

Literally fountain of youth! This program is Amazing! Top Notch! From start to dramatic finish! -trapbone 100

Fascinating and useful info

Great information for parents and anyone with lofty goals! Useful and entertaining book with lessons on putting it to use