As adults, we need to learn new things all the time.

Yet many of us are relying on the same outdated methods we used as adolescents to do it. Thinks like relentless highlighting and endless rereading.

If so, it may be time to take advantage of the latest research on learning.

That’s where Daniel Willingham comes in. In this interview, we discuss his latest book, Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy. Dan explains when our brains may be working against us. He also shares specific strategies for overriding our brains, so we can convert information into knowledge and understanding.

In a world where learning is more important than ever – for our lives and careers – Dan’s book is just the resource we need.

Episode Links

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