This learning strategy I took from Malcolm Gladwell (if you apply it) will accelerate your growth

Victor Mong
5 min readAug 12, 2024
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When it comes to mastering a skill or achieving growth in any area of life, most of us are eager to find the secret sauce that will fast-track our progress.

We want to know what the experts know and do what the experts do. That’s why when I stumbled upon Malcolm Gladwell’s insights on learning and mastery, I knew I had found something special—something that could change the way I approached growth forever.

Gladwell, the bestselling author of Outliers, The Tipping Point, and Blink, is famous for his deep dives into what makes people successful. His books are filled with fascinating stories and compelling research that shed light on the hidden factors why some people are successful and others are not.

One of his most interesting concepts I learned from him is the “10,000-Hour Rule,” which suggests that it takes roughly 10,000 hours of practice to achieve mastery in any field.

This rule is a unique combination of intentional practice, pattern recognition, and continuous feedback that can take you from good to great in any endeavor.

If you apply this approach, you’ll find yourself learning faster, adapting more effectively, and excelling in areas where you once struggled. Here’s how…

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Victor Mong
Victor Mong

Written by Victor Mong

I write about human potential, building a life you want & mastering your mind || info.victormong@gmail.com

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