8 Steps to Become an Expert at Anything

In this video I discuss how you can become an expert at anything. I give 8 steps that will help you reach your goals. Do you have any advice for people? If so, please leave a comment below.

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[ajennnfx]

The best advice my father gave me before he passed away was:
If another person can do it, so can you. If you put your mind and heart into it, everything is achievable. 💖

[oursustainedfuture]

Summarised:
1. Find your Passion
2. Set Realistic Goals
3. Find a mentor/role model.
4. Dedicate your time and effort, practice regularly and never give up.
5. Get feedback.
6. Reflect on your accomplishments to adjust your courseway.

[Tom-Travels]

In 1971...My dad woke up from a drunken stupor, I asked him, "What should I do with my life?" He responded, "Tom, try a lot of things." Now 52 years later (I'm 72, and retired now), and I have had a fantastic life. Thank you dad.

[ruhmuhaccer]

I am an expert on watching your videos.

[spacesax]

Simple, 3 steps:
1. Interest (and talent:optional)
2. Work hard towards it consistently
3. Fail and learn, keep being consistent

[Skargar]

As step 9 I would put: Teach what you learned.
Tell someone about it, record a video about it, write an article. Don't just take notes, but write out how the conclusion four yourself from this personally. This will make it stick a lot more!

[andrew_jy_ch]

These are all great points. However, another point I would like to add into this list is that, if possible, you should be practical and try to pursue something within a niche in which you have less barriers to entry in becoming an expert at. I say this because finances and life situations are very real indicators of how you will be able to pursue your goals and dreams.

In my own life, I went through my undergraduate years passionate about mathematical physics and studied all the way up to algebraic geometry and string theory to prepare for a research career. Sparing all the details about my life story, I came to a point where my situation dictated that it was impossible to get into a phd program. Long story short, I pivoted into a career where I became an expert in a niche subtopic (did everything that was in this video!) that makes use of my mathematical background, and it has been the best decision of my life.

I share this here because I started watching this channel with both joy and trepidation as I graduated from my undergrad math career. 3 years later and I feel like I've made the right choice to pursue my career because, as I continue to further my career and make wise financial decisions, I now have the option to go back to graduate school in the future and continue my paused dreams, or continue on in my career. So to anyone watching, making a decision on what to pursue in the future, please take notes from this video because these are all the steps you really need to become an expert in something, but also try to be practical with the path you choose and be open to opportunities that are not in your immediate sight!

[douglasstrother]

Follow your Passion, but also be open to finding your Knack.

Theoretical Physics is my Passion. The Four Food Groups of Physics are my favorites: Classical Mechanics (chaos), Electromagnetism (RF/microwave Engineering & Plasma Physics), Quantum Mechanics (atomic spectra), and Statistical Mechanics (condensed matter physics). However, my Knack is in the realm of Experimental Physics and Test Engineering. I learned that about 35 years ago.

Follow your Passion, but don't be surprised if you come across something that you're better at than what you're passionate about.

[siggenpaapiggen]

The reason why I keep spending so much time reading thick science books or practicing something is because I LOVE IT. I never actually have to force myself into doing anything. I can practie violin or play table tennis for hours because it is FUN

[dimitrioskalfakis]

in order to become an expert in a technical field it takes several years of artfully directed dedication (controlled madness) as well as the random factor of being given the opportunity by employers/life to work consistently in the specific area. long term goals help but not as much as being persistent enough to overcome the numerous adversities that will show up along your arduous way.

[KLOPP]

My passion is English and mathematics. I want to learn English because I can read a lot of English books written in English and I can translate Spanish into my mother tongue, thanks for your videos, and sorry for my mistake, remember that I'm still learning English. Greetings from Venezuela

[yuto]

I love learning new stuff, I'm currently learning Calculus, Latin (as a third language), guitar, and after Calc I'll learn Physics (CM to be precise) next. For Calc, I do a lesson (average of 4-6 pages with exercises) every day and for Latin I do a lesson every other day. If I think about it now, I feel like Its kind of hardcore lol but I can do it. I have a lot interests, mainly the natural sciences (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, etc.), linguistics, and music. Having a seperate time for each subject helps me learn a lot in a day, plus having small breaks (read: Playing) is enough for me to drive my way to the finish line. Cheers!

[osenseithompson]

This individual is amazing, in the right direction

[Joseph-tmvv]

Also, to add on to your remark about how sometimes there isn’t a lot of information on the internet about particular exotic ideas in a field. You know you’re on the right track in your progression to an expert when information gets more and more scarce and you are required to talk to experts in order to gain the desired knowledge.

[aniksamiurrahman]

Thank you sir. I learn mathematics and programing on my own, mostly for fun, but now looking forward to add those as skill point in my carrier. The frustration, the grind, all are very tough to endure. Realistic motivational videos like this actually helps a lot.
BTW, it took me a full year to complete Howard-Anton's calculus book. I still go back to that book time to time. But the most important thing I learned from HA Calc is not claculus, its to trust in time and effort.

[piegames]

yes keep going is key, daily exricise is very important

[วิทรูเตชกุลพงศ์กร]

have not watched the video yet but I always want to become an expert in my field since I was a kid so thankyou in advance.

[ronaldjorgensen]

your my mentor coach ordered direction finder compass and i am 58 doing math review

[freethinkerforever]

I once was made fun of during a linear analysis class and it hurt so much that I left math kicking and screaming. I took a semester in philosophy and found it perfect for my interest. I know that passion is probably the most important thing, but it also comes when studying stuff. I loved math but I got to love it when I studied it and the same with philosophy. Quitting your passion is not a destruction of who you are but a birth of new possibilities. Never ever give up!

[ArjunKocher]

I know what I want to be an expert at,
How to overcome the feeling of incompetence compared to others in the same field, This is giving me a tough time to even start.