Learning 5-1 Mastery and the 10,000 Principle

Mastery isn’t about raw talent or endless hours—it’s about purposeful, focused practice. This video reframes the popular “10,000 hours” idea, emphasizing not the quantity of repetition, but the quality of attention we bring to our learning. Citing Bruce Lee and the Pareto Principle, it explores how to accelerate skill development by identifying what matters most early—and then deciding whether to go deeper.

Whether you're aiming for competence or true excellence, the key lies in intention: knowing your goal, narrowing your focus, and practicing with clarity. Because you don’t need to master everything—you just need to master what matters.