Generalists Win

To be the best at something, it’s best to start young—right? Look at elite athletes, musicians, or tech moguls. Well, David Epstein DID look and discovered that getting a head start and specializing early in something is actually NOT the best way to get ahead. Epstein is a reporter and author of “Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.” (Originally aired: February 1st, 2021)