Course objective:

The course “Why Do Generalists Succeed in a Specialized World?” is based on the best-selling book “Range” by David Epstein, and aims to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the advantages of generalists over specialists in an increasingly complex world. The course aims to demystify the concept that early specialization is the only path to success, presenting solid evidence that breadth of knowledge and experience can be a powerful competitive advantage.

Program content

1. Welcome
2. The cult of Head Start
3. Winners give up and quitters win
4. It's a wicked world
5. Develop Cognitive Flexibility
6. The power of analogies
7. Drop your tools
8. Abandon your long-term plan
9. Make learning difficult
10. The Outsider's Advantage
11. Conclusion

Methodology

The course will be taught completely online, providing flexibility so that participants can access classes from anywhere and at any convenient time. Classes will consist of video content, complementary reading materials and practical exercises to apply the concepts learned.

Instructor

David Epstein is an acclaimed journalist, best-selling author and renowned TED speaker. With extensive experience in research and analysis, Epstein brings a grounded, evidence-based approach to the topic of specialization versus generalization. His knowledge and engaging teaching style make the course an enriching experience for all participants.

Target Audience

This course is aimed at professionals from different areas who want to improve their skills, expand their horizons and develop a more flexible mindset to face the challenges of an ever-changing world. Career transitioners, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone interested in exploring the advantages of generalization will also find significant benefits in this course.

General Recommendations

• This course does not require specific prior knowledge, making it accessible to all interested parties.
• It is recommended to dedicate adequate time to attend classes and participate in the proposed activities, in order to obtain maximum benefit from the content.

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