#345 : How To Cut Your Learning Time In Half with James Anderson

James Anderson is an Australian-based international speaker, author, and educator passionate about helping people become better learners. In today's episode, we cover how to fast-track our improvement as swimmers, when and how to use feedback on our technique, as well how to develop the skill of learning for better results in our swimming, work and family lives. Tune in now!

02:53 Introduction to Learning and Learnership
04:27 Understanding the Difference: Being Taught vs. Learning
26:41 Different Levels of Learners
08:57 Differentiating Between Acceptable and Unacceptable Mistakes
12:05 Active Learning and Intentional Practice
14:56 Developing a Growth Mindset and Embracing Feedback
18:42 Transforming Feedback into Actionable Advice
24:32 Changing How You See Feedback
34:32 Comfort Zone vs. Learning Zone
38:25 Frustration as a Sign of Growth
45:43 Why Some Swimmers Get Faster Immediately, While Others Get Slower
47:20 Cultivating Habits of Mind
50:28 Get in touch with James!