Talent Is Overrated ─ What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else

Why are certain people so incredibly great at what they do? Most of us think we know the answer-but were almost always wrong. That's important, because if we're wrong on this crucial question, then we have zero chance of getting significantly better at anything we care about.

Happily, the real source of great performance is no longer a mystery. Bringing togethery extensive scientific research, bestselling author Geoff Colvin shows where we go wrong and what actually makes world-class perforers so remarkable. It isn't specific, innate talents, nor is it plain old hard work. It's a very specific type of work that anyone can do---but most people don't.

What's more, the principles of great performance apply to virtually any activity that matters to you. Today this book is being used widely around the world by businesspeople, investors, parents, students, athletes and musicians at every level, and by many others who want to get better at whatever they're passionate about.

Readers everywhere have been inspired by this book's liberating message: You don't need a one-in-a-million natural gift. Better performance, and maybe even world-class performance, is closer than you think.