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Effort and determination are key to mastering any skill from "summary" of Talent Is Overrated by Geoff Colvin

Geoff Colvin highlights in "Talent Is Overrated" that when it comes to mastering any skill, effort and determination play a critical role. The key to achieving excellence in any field is not innate talent, but rather the deliberate practice and unwavering commitment put in by individuals. Colvin emphasizes that talent alone is not enough to reach the highest levels of performance. It is the consistent effort and persistence over time that lead to mastery. Through deliberate practice, individuals can...
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    Talent Is Overrated

    Geoff Colvin

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