Scientific Methods to accelerate your learning to save time, beat competition, and get from Point A to Point B at the speed of light. The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition is the definitive resource to get you where you want to be in terms of a new talent, skill, or ability. You may not realize it, but each day is a set of skills and tasks that we repeat. Each hobby and interest is also a set of skills and tasks. This book focuses on what matters in processing information and being able to use it effectively to your advantage. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a student of the human condition. He possesses a BS in psychology and a graduate degree.
What a disappointment. This books title made me think it would be a useful book. After all, constantly learning is one of my favorite past times and thinking about how best to learn is one of my favorite topics. This book read like it could have been written by ChatGPT. The writing style was below average and the essence of the book was rehashing other better self help books. Don’t judge this book by its cover; the cover and the title is the best thing about it. Go find a book by Edward De Bono or someone else to actually learn how to learn and think better. Or honestly go to a store and pick up any other self help book at random and statistically speaking it will be just as good if not better than this one.
I got the book as I am relearning how to play the piano in retirement. I also am teaching piano to children so I wanted to see if there was anything I could glean from the book that I could impart to them. Most of what I read, I already knew but it was nice to get the information confirmed. It was a good overview of learning and reinforced a few concepts that I have found useful in improving my piano playing ability. Reading the book made me more confident in imparting some of this knowledge to my students.
This was a slog to get through. I couldn't get into it and the content isn't new. There are helpful things in there but you're better off skipping to the end and reading the chapter summaries then returning to any that you might want further explanation on.