Monitor your progress from "summary" of The Little Book of Talent by Daniel Coyle
To get better, you need a clear, simple technique to monitor your progress. This means setting a specific goal, then finding a way to measure it. For example, if you're a musician, you might aim to play a piece at a certain tempo. If you're a writer, you might aim to write a certain number of words in a given time. The key is to set a goal that's specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. In other words, it's a SMART goal. Once you've set your goal, the next step is to track your progress. This can be as simple as keeping a log of your practice sessions, noting what you did well and what you could improve on. Or you could use a more sophisticated tracking system, like a spreadsheet or a practice journal. The important thing is to find a method that works for you, one that helps you see how you're doing and what you need to...
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