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Range

By David Epstein

Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World. Riverhead Books, 2019.

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A brief summary of Range

This comprehensive investigation into success challenges the notion that high achievers must possess a specialized field or skill; instead, it argues that generalization, diversity, and curiosity are the hallmarks of a true expert.

Key insights in Range

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What do you get from this book? An unorthodox perspective on cultivating success through the absence of specific skills
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Hyperspecialization is peddled as the path to greatness, but a range of skills is more likely to help you succeed
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How well a specialist does depends entirely upon the class of environment they are thrust into
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Focusing on one skillset can make you an expert, but it limits your ability to grow
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The more we explore activities outside our comfort zone, the more likely we are to gain recognition for them
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Testing new ideas, even if they fail, is the driving force behind scientific and cultural advancements
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Sometimes the best success stories come from the least expected places
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Generalists prosper when they’re allowed to innovate already existing ideas
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Forecasters like to make bold statements, but their predictions almost never hold true
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When specialists get stuck in their regimented ways, innocent people can get hurt
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Not everything is black and white; staying flexible enables you to see things that others can’t
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Summary of the key insights
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read Range

Adult learners • parents • teachers • coaches • those in a leadership role • anyone interested in enhancing performance

About the author of Range

David Epstein is a bestselling author and journalist with master's degrees in environmental science and journalism from Columbia University. His work has been honored by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine as well as the National Center on Disability and Journalism. Epstein served as a senior investigative reporter for Sports Illustrated magazine and the nonprofit organization ProPublica.

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