Continuous learning has been a cornerstone of my life. Being an efficient learner is therefore important to me. I often wonder about the best way to learn and end up "learning about learning" every so often. No wonder I was naturally drawn to this book by best selling author, Josh Kaufman, given its catchy title. Kaufman first clears the air that devoting 20 hours of your life to something does not make your an expert in the field. However, it allows you to become good enough and be confident in applying the skill being acquired. He then distils his learning process into 10 steps: Identify a skill(s) that matters to you If multiple skills are desired, focus your energy on one skill at a time Define a target level on "what is good enough" Deconstruct the skill into sub-skills Ensure the right tools are available for learning Remove barriers to practice Make time to practice for at least 20 hours, preferably in regular intervals ...
