Peak. Book Summary

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K. Anders Ericsson

What’s inside

Peak explores the science behind world-class performance and the key role that purposeful, systematic practice plays in achieving expertise in any skill or field.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding of how to develop expertise
  • Strategies for effective learning and improvement
  • Insights into the potential for personal growth
  • Techniques for overcoming performance plateaus

Key Points

  • The myth of innate talent
  • Principles of deliberate practice
  • The role of coaches and mentors
  • Plateaus and how to overcome them
  • The science of expert performance
  • Applying deliberate practice in everyday life
  • Adapting training methods for different fields

Who’s it For

  • Aspiring professionals
  • Educators
  • Coaches
  • Learners interested in skill improvement
  • Individuals seeking personal development

About the author

K. Anders Ericsson is a psychologist and an expert on the science of expertise, known for his research on performance and deliberate practice.