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How to become a modern polymath

How to become a modern polymath

Use mental models to become a modern polymath. Mental models transcend disciplines. They are the links that connect disciplines together.

For example, the 80/20 rule states that in many domains, 20 percent of your efforts will produce 80 percent of your results. You can use this mental model to improve efficiency in every area of your life and field of study.

Identify the 20% of clients that create 80% of your business. Identify 20% of tasks that create 80% of your productivity, And so on.

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