In this captivating episode from The Diary of a CEO, host Steven Bartlett engages in a thought-provoking conversation with David Epstein, a New York Times best-selling author whose work delves deep into the intricacies of human development. You might know Epstein from his fascinating books, like Range: How Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World or The Sports Gene: Talent, Practice and the Truth About Success—he's got a knack for challenging the status quo, and trust me, you won't want to miss this!

Now, let’s talk about the infamous "10,000 Hours Rule." You know the one—it’s been tossed around in self-help circles like confetti at a parade, suggesting that sheer repetition is the secret sauce to mastering any skill. But Epstein? He has some serious counterarguments. In a world obsessed with constant g ...