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Casting a Wide Net: Why Generalism Matters

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Published: July 14, 2019 by VPR Producer

Check out the behind-the-scenes look at the making of this segment: Inside Look: Why Generalism Matters.


In today’s fast-paced world, it can be tough to start anew or slow down and reexamine what you’re working towards. We speak with journalist and author David Epstein who argues that switching focuses and developing a wide range of skillsets ultimately leads to greater success.


Guest Information:

  • David Epstein, journalist and author of The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance and Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

Links for Additional Info:

  • New York Times – “Remember the ‘10,000 Hours’ Rule for Success? Forget About It”
  • Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World – goodreads.com
  • David Epstein’s personal website
Program #: 19-28segment type: Feature StoriesTopics - Career| Education| History| Literature and Writing| Media and Entertainment| News and Journalism| Philosophy and Ethics| Psychology and Psychiatry| Science and Technology| SociologyGuests - David EpsteinBooks & Publications - 10000 Hours of Success| New York Times| Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World| The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic PerformanceInstitutions - goodreads
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