The First 20 Hours

The First 20 Hours
Author: Josh Kaufman
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2013-06-13
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1101623047

Forget the 10,000 hour rule— what if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less? Take a moment to consider how many things you want to learn to do. What’s on your list? What’s holding you back from getting started? Are you worried about the time and effort it takes to acquire new skills—time you don’t have and effort you can’t spare? Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to develop a new skill. In this nonstop world when will you ever find that much time and energy? To make matters worse, the early hours of prac­ticing something new are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s difficult to learn how to speak a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos. It’s so much easier to watch TV or surf the web . . . In The First 20 Hours, Josh Kaufman offers a systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition— how to learn any new skill as quickly as possible. His method shows you how to deconstruct com­plex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By complet­ing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you’ll go from knowing absolutely nothing to performing noticeably well. Kaufman personally field-tested the meth­ods in this book. You’ll have a front row seat as he develops a personal yoga practice, writes his own web-based computer programs, teaches himself to touch type on a nonstandard key­board, explores the oldest and most complex board game in history, picks up the ukulele, and learns how to windsurf. Here are a few of the sim­ple techniques he teaches: Define your target performance level: Fig­ure out what your desired level of skill looks like, what you’re trying to achieve, and what you’ll be able to do when you’re done. The more specific, the better. Deconstruct the skill: Most of the things we think of as skills are actually bundles of smaller subskills. If you break down the subcompo­nents, it’s easier to figure out which ones are most important and practice those first. Eliminate barriers to practice: Removing common distractions and unnecessary effort makes it much easier to sit down and focus on deliberate practice. Create fast feedback loops: Getting accu­rate, real-time information about how well you’re performing during practice makes it much easier to improve. Whether you want to paint a portrait, launch a start-up, fly an airplane, or juggle flaming chain­saws, The First 20 Hours will help you pick up the basics of any skill in record time . . . and have more fun along the way.

The Artist's Way

The Artist's Way
Author: Julia Cameron
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2002-03-04
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1101156880

"With its gentle affirmations, inspirational quotes, fill-in-the-blank lists and tasks — write yourself a thank-you letter, describe yourself at 80, for example — The Artist’s Way proposes an egalitarian view of creativity: Everyone’s got it."—The New York Times "Morning Pages have become a household name, a shorthand for unlocking your creative potential"—Vogue Over four million copies sold! Since its first publication, The Artist's Way phenomena has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to process and purpose. Julia Cameron's novel approach guides readers in uncovering problems areas and pressure points that may be restricting their creative flow and offers techniques to free up any areas where they might be stuck, opening up opportunities for self-growth and self-discovery. The program begins with Cameron’s most vital tools for creative recovery – The Morning Pages, a daily writing ritual of three pages of stream-of-conscious, and The Artist Date, a dedicated block of time to nurture your inner artist. From there, she shares hundreds of exercises, activities, and prompts to help readers thoroughly explore each chapter. She also offers guidance on starting a “Creative Cluster” of fellow artists who will support you in your creative endeavors. A revolutionary program for personal renewal, The Artist's Way will help get you back on track, rediscover your passions, and take the steps you need to change your life.

Learn the right way

Learn the right way
Author: Simone Janson
Publisher: Best of HR - Berufebilder.de®
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2024-09-02
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3965962132

Also in the 6th revised and improved edition, published by a government-funded publisher involved in EU programs and a partner of the Federal Ministry of Education, you receive the concentrated expertise of renowned experts (overview in the book preview), as well as tailored premium content and access to travel deals with discounts of up to 75%. At the same time, you do good and support sustainable projects. Because if you want to learn effectively and motivated, you should know how our brain works, so that you don't fall victim to the notorious blackout in stressful exam situations. This means, for example, to always make sure you get enough sleep, be good to your body and plan enough time. This book therefore shows how we can use our memory and powers of recall to absorb the necessary information correctly and thus increase knowledge in the long term. And it also deals with new forms of learning such as digital eLearning. With its "Info on Demand" concept, the publisher not only participated in an EU-funded program but was also awarded the Global Business Award as Publisher of the Year. Therefore, by purchasing this book, you are also doing good: The publisher is financially and personally involved in socially relevant projects such as tree planting campaigns, the establishment of scholarships, sustainable living arrangements, and many other innovative ideas. The goal of providing you with the best possible content on topics such as career, finance, management, recruiting, or psychology goes far beyond the static nature of traditional books: The interactive book not only imparts expert knowledge but also allows you to ask individual questions and receive personal advice. In doing so, expertise and technical innovation go hand in hand, as we take the responsibility of delivering well-researched and reliable content, as well as the trust you place in us, very seriously. Therefore, all texts are written by experts in their field. Only for better accessibility of information do we rely on AI-supported data analysis, which assists you in your search for knowledge. You also gain extensive premium services: Each book includes detailed explanations and examples, making it easier for you to successfully use the consultation services, freeky available only to book buyers. Additionally, you can download e-courses, work with workbooks, or engage with an active community. This way, you gain valuable resources that enhance your knowledge, stimulate creativity, and make your personal and professional goals achievable and successes tangible. That's why, as part of the reader community, you have the unique opportunity to make your journey to personal success even more unforgettable with travel deals of up to 75% off. Because we know that true success is not just a matter of the mind, but is primarily the result of personal impressions and experiences. Publisher and editor Simone Janson is also a bestselling author and one of the 10 most important German bloggers according to the Blogger Relevance Index. Additionally, she has been a columnist and author for renowned media such as WELT, Wirtschaftswoche, and ZEIT - you can learn more about her on Wikipedia.

Harriets Expanding Heart

Harriets Expanding Heart
Author: Rachel Brace
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-06-24
Genre:
ISBN: 9781912678471

It's normal for children living in stepfamilies to have lots of different feelings and to feel different things at different times. This story shares Harriet's emotional experiences surrounding her stepfamily beginnings. The story has realistic and believable characters and situations to help readers to relate. Clear explanations of actions and emotions, and how to understand them.

Play the Craps Game—The Right Way

Play the Craps Game—The Right Way
Author: Wallace Chin
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2012-08-30
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1477249494

A step by step procedure to guide you through the process as how to play the craps game without any fear. Learn the proven methods well and win most of the time. I have not seen any book in the market place which can describe in precise terms by using various methods to play this craps game with the field tested data to back them up. Also my book will teach the reader that there are two ways to play this game--normal pass or don't pass methods--and you can select which method is appropriate to you.

How to Touch A Woman The Right Way

How to Touch A Woman The Right Way
Author: Pílula Digital
Publisher: Babelcube Inc.
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2024-04-01
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1667472437

One of the BEST ways to CREATE INTIMACY with a woman and ATTRACT HER is through touch. Know that a man who knows how to touch a woman CORRECTLY has considerably greater chances of SUCCESS in seduction. And do you know how to stimulate a woman through touch? Discover everything here IN THIS EBOOK. Good reading!

The Right Way

The Right Way
Author: Charles A. Salter
Publisher: Xulon Press
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2004-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1594675317

"The Right Way" contains topics of vital importance to the future of America--abortion, school prayer, homosexual marriage, activist judges, terrorism, gun control, one-world government, and many more. (Christian Religion)

Start Your Cleaning Business the Right Way

Start Your Cleaning Business the Right Way
Author: Lori Abraham
Publisher: eBookIt.com
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2013-02-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0988960605

Starting a Cleaning Business? want the facts? want a good chance at succeeding? I was in the cleaning business for over 35 years. I have watched countless individuals and couples start, fail and work themselves to the bone and for not much of anything. The business setup steps in this book will get you started on the right track from day one. You will find practical advice steps to take and in the proper order to get legal, get licensed, get insured, set up a basic office and learn ways to protect yourself and your new business. What license do you need. Understanding insurance. Paying yourself and your employees if you decide to hire. How much can you charge. How much to charge for extras and what extras are. Information gathering for potential new customers. Help in obtaining new customers. Your at their home, now what! How to handle customers that try to get extras thrown in for free. Problem customers. Customers that cancel and how to handle them. Scopes of work for general cleans. Should you supply cleaning chemicals or not and how to decide. What cleaning chemicals should you keep on hand. And so much more. This book is a must read if you want the opportunity to succeed in the cleaning business.