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Further, the reason the concept of 10,000 hrs is sticky/durable is because it is:

1. Actionable - As demonstrated in the blog post, there is a step-by-step set of actions to be carried out.

2. Authentic/Believable - No one doubts (without serious consideration) that any expert hasn't spent 10,000 hours on their craft.

3. Concrete/Measurable - It's a very specific amount.

4. Relevant - It's known that it takes a lot of work to become an expert and who doesn't want to become an expert?

5. Simple



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