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Episode 1603:

Cal Newport explores how the intense, deliberate practice of chess grandmasters offers valuable lessons for professional success. By focusing on deep work and skill refinement rather than innate talent, individuals can achieve mastery in their fields. The key is to engage in challenging, structured practice that pushes cognitive limits, rather than relying on passive experience.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2010/01/06/the-grandmaster-in-the-corner-office-what-the-study-of-chess-experts-teaches-us-about-building-a-remarkable-life/

Quotes to ponder:

"Chess masters are not walking encyclopedias; they are pattern experts."

"The ability to recognize patterns and recall the best responses is not a gift but a skill painstakingly honed through years of deliberate practice."

"If you’re serious about building a remarkable life, start thinking like a chess master: identify the key patterns of success and practice them relentlessly."

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