Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise

This book is a breakthrough, a lyrical, powerful, scientifically grounded narrative that truly shows us how we can get better (much better) at the things that matter to us. Anyone who wants to improve at anything should read "Peak." Rest assured, the book is not just theory. Ericsson's research focuses on the real world, and he explains in detail, with examples, how we can all apply the principles of high performance in our work or any other part of our lives.

Anders Ericsson has made a career studying chess masters, violin virtuosos, elite athletes, and memory champions. "Peak" distills three decades of myth-busting research into a powerful learning strategy that is fundamentally different from the traditional mindset people have about acquiring new skills. Whether you want to stand out at work, improve your athletic or musical performance, or help your child achieve academic goals, Ericsson's revolutionary methods show you how to get better at almost any skill that matters to you.

The science of excellence can be divided into two eras: before Ericsson and after Ericsson. His groundbreaking work, captured in this extremely useful book, offers us a plan for achieving the most important and life-changing work of all: getting a little bit better every day. Ericsson's research has revolutionized how we think about human performance. If everyone took the lessons of this book to heart, it could truly change the world.