How to become an expert in ANYTHING FAST (Ultralearning by Scott Young)

What if you could become an expert in literally any field? Imagine how great of a learner you would have to be? Well, this is actually a possibility. If you trim off the fat from a lot of study plans, you end up with a ruthlessly efficient way to gain expertise in a topic. It won't make you a world-leader in a field, but it will make you more knowledgeable than 99% of the population pretty quickly. Stick around for more on thinking to improve your life.
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00:00 Scott Young
00:16 Pre-learning
01:50 The learning
05:05 True expertise
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[@Whaddif_]

it’s so funny how the entire book is summarized into a 6 minute video, and the comments are summarizing the video 💀

[@AngstOfCetra]

Because it’s clickbait & there’s more to the story lol ormus, change of diet, extra sleep & MAYBE stimulants but lots of mushrooms (not psilocybin) anything that helps with brain cognition & focus

[@MenyeMC]

What's the name of the book (excuse my ignorance)

[@Whaddif_]

@@MenyeMC “Ultralearning”

[@slowzn.1p]

And you're summarizing the comments 💀

[@iamapokerface8992]

actually sad how long the book is like the publisher could have ended in sooner

[@juancruzlives]

1- Pre learning Plan: Identify what you do want to learn, what is the most efficient and effective way to achieve it: the order on which you will follow the plan and the most important things to learn. Use a strong and strict deadline to prevent procrastination procrastination 2- Learning You have to put in hard work. Make your learning-dedicated time spaces also the most efficient and effective as possible. Eliminate all types of external or internal distractors so you can put in your whole focus on your task, which can be trained with meditation, consistency and continual reflection and improvement 3- Drilling Make your drills as close to the goal context as possible. Identify and attack your weakness constantly so you can get your expertise to its maximum potential

[@jonathanr7603]

Let's goooo buckethead 🤘

[@hippotripo6145]

Using my newly enhanced learning speed to skip the video and read the summary in the comments:

[@hopsmax2827]

@@hippotripo6145 fr

[@Renikee]

Thank you, can't watch the video because of the million ads popping up before it

[@juancruzlives]

@@jonathanr7603 LETS GET IT

[@oookokok]

Honestly didn't expect useful stuff when I clicked to this video

[@unsolicitedadvice9198]

I am glad you liked it!

[@farziltheweebo4841]

Same. I don't as expecting some giga sigma edit😂

[@rajat9311]

Quite honestly, same. He laid out what my teachers have been telling for years.

[@Makowako_]

Yeah same

[@badasswomen5149]

real

[@HelpIdkwhattodolol]

"eliminating external distractions like your phone, your tv, or your *younger brother* " That line was quite funny but very useful

[@user-je7ow4dp4l]

I litterally lol'd. yes, that was a good one.

[@maharbensyafritaher4863]

A 6 minute video where not even a second goes to waste. It's crazy how few subscribers you have when you put out such high-quality educational content, cheers mate

[@mensiuscho]

😂

[@rickarmstrong9660]

Regardless of how efficient and high-quality this video was, it is still just clickbait. Nobody is going to become a "genius" if they weren't born with genius-level brain cells, and nobody is going to become an "expert" at anything without investing the requisite time, energy, and dedication that expertise requires.

[@mensiuscho]

@@rickarmstrong9660 Exactly.

[@nisbea80]

​@@rickarmstrong9660 everyone has sam brain

[@AxePlays-hc5dj]

@@nisbea80 Exactly. Unless sped

[@thewostr]

Makes sense why so many struggle at school, the lack of control of what you learn, it doesn't matter it it's interesting and you're operating on someone else's time.

[@apatheist]

This.

[@Error-33]

Exactly. I know someone who currently knows and can talk 8 languages. I've known the guy for like 8 (almost 9 after 2023 is over) years now as he was a childhood friend of mine, he struggled to learn languages on school because of the exact stuff teached on this video. He (and I) learned all of the languages we know from a source that isn't the school system because its simply inefficient at teaching and doesn't work on 90% of people at a good enough speed Its incredible how someone can learn a ton of languages in an insane speed (and to learn other skills and etc) when it's efficient. I still don't know that many languages but the work my friend has done learning was incredible

[@thewostr]

@@Error-33 my school was rubbish. We had french that was taught out of very dated textbooks, I remember one go to being a french dictionary. We were taught to write down the correct answers to questions and policed on spelling, practical & relevant application didn't matter.

[@pixxalz9864]

@@Error-33 If you don't mind sharing, what sources did you use, please?

[@Error-33]

@@Eet_Mia the source is: Trust me bro Its all from my experience so there isn't any documental proof of anything and its up to you to believe it or not edit: I just realised you meant the source in the reply that i was talking about, for language learning we used duolingo mostly (but he did use something else too, ill ask him soon what it was and put it here) with a really good schedule guaranteeing 2-3 hours of practice each day depending on what day it is I hope this helps, also for other things that we learn we mostly implement the skill in a way that would be similar to using it in a real situation. For example we would actually be writing code and developing small programs, to learn programming. Ofc with a good schedule that guarantees lots of efficient practice per day. Also using online sources of learning benefited us bc the person recording a video or giving advice is in a good mood unlike most teachers on a long day at work I hope this helps

[@eshock753]

This video taught me that the only thing in the way of me being a genius is that I haven’t eliminated my younger brother. I got accepted into Harvard right afterwards

[@ThatMS]

Its a very basic system that everyone knows or thinks they know, yet they have no idea that it is a valid point of entry and they simply dont think of utilizing it. This is a very helpful video for me. Thank you so much, both scott youngs wisdom and your way of describing it.

[@ShittyCinematic]

HI, I rarely comment on videos but your statement about intuition at 5:30 really sticked to me, never thought of it that way. I used to confuse intuition with the little voice in my head that wanted to take the easier path, the path which wouldn't require me to think deeply .If what you say is true, experience makes our intuition more trustful, which leads to more space to actively think about things we don't completly master which helps a lot in order to be great . Thank you for that

[@-gohzy6134]

[0:23] 🎓Pre-learning 1. *Pre-learning* involves researching and planning the order of topics needed and the method of learning. For example, you have to study prerequisite topics like algebra and trigonometry before you can start calculus and the method of learning for math is doing practice problems rather than reviewing flashcards. 00:23 2. *Set a hard deadline* for pre-learning to avoid procrastination. Set aside 10% of your time for pre-learning. Lets say the exam is in 10 days, set aside 1 day to plan out the roadmap. 01:28 [2:24]💡Focused learning is key to effective and enjoyable learning, and it involves eliminating distractions 1. *Focusing* comes down to eliminating external and internal distractions and training focus as a skill through meditation, consistency, and reflection. 02:24 2. *Practicing* in the exact or close approximation of the desired situation is crucial for effective learning and achieving goals. 03:29 3. *Drilling* helps identify weaknesses and allows for targeted practice to improve specific aspects of a subject. 04:02

[@jerrythegreat751]

Thanks a lot

[@eyeofsauron2812]

Thanks, hopefully I'll get reminded to come back to this

[@Darkskytornado]

@@eyeofsauron2812 here's your reminder

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[@MalibongweflexyvpMncube-gv7oh]

Thank you ✨

[@tdjtomas]

A proper video about learning! I was stuck in "Tutorial hell" but I read a book similar to the video's statements about learning and began progressing much quicker, precise and transform learning from a chore to a fun activity!

[@user-ne9lk6wc1s]

This is the type of quality and useful videos I've been searching. Thank you, man. Your work it's great, don't stop

[@AlitaMee]

I watch one video of yours so many times that your voice is ingrained in my brain and my mind gets extra motivated and pumped when I listen your videos

[@ProsperityGrowthPower]

Thank you for sharing your insights and the journey! It's amazing how self-reflection can shed light on our learning process and help us identify areas for improvement. Being aware of the impact of mental state and perfectionism is a great step towards overcoming challenges. Keep up the positive mindset and continue to grow and learn!

[@adam91jr]

Great delivery, well structured, full of useful information. Cheers

[@wee7534]

high quality, engaging and consistent videos you're doing great! deserves a lot more views don't give up!

[@unsolicitedadvice9198]

Thank you! I am really enjoying making them so I am certainly planning on keeping going

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[@lucasdancs]

I've seen a ton of self-improvement videos but this one is the best. Not a second wasted, clear, directly to the point, no useless sentences of words. 10/10.

[@jv_16]

This is the single best video I have ever seen on this platform and I am not exaggerating

[@Fr33mx]

Didnt realise I was learning things this way before I've watched this video, I've always been good with learning things I'm interested /passionate about and never paid attention to how I actually learn thigns. This put things into perspective for me and helped detect flaws I had in my current "method", i.e I've never considered "infernal distractions" such as stess and perfectionism. I have ADHD and that massively affects how much focus I can allocate to certain tasks and I always blamed it for said lack of focus. Now that I'm aware that my mental state can affect my learning I will do a better job at negating its effects. Also need to keep my perfectionism in check. Awesome video! Did not expect much, and was pleasantly surprised. Hope your channel will do well.

[@TheBigV_008]

Since you said you have ADHD and you're a perfectionist, I've been wanting to ask you how do you manage them both? I have the exact same issue where ADHD doesn't let me focus but being a perfectionist, I just can't let things go...I HAVE TO keep going until I ace the task (high expectations from myself) This leads me to burnout many a times... Would love to know how you manage it.. Cheers

[@glennl5375]

'the sum total of our knowledge and observations of the world distilled into a feeling', that's the best description of intuition I've heard thus far.

[@gamal01]

That one video that is pure gold that you didn't know you needed!. Good going. Subbed!

[@weslayubrust8126]

Thank you for going straight to the point instead of dragging on in the beginning

[@quantumegg5426]

This is honestly probably one of the best vidoes I have watched on this topic

[@melverys]

I just have to say, I didn't expect much from this video but its really well made. Love your content. Subscribed

[@josemiojeda3286]

Great video, concise and useful. You will go very far, so keep it up.

[@stekl.h]

WOW, that was an amazing video! Both the quality of the content and your ability to pass the ideas to the audience are top-notch. I hope to see more videos like this one in the future :)

[@rickarmstrong9660]

This was about as amazing as cold oatmeal. He might have offered some useful advice about how to be a better student, but there is no way that someone is going to become a "genius" or an "expert," especially not become one "fast," by following his suggestions. This is just more clickbait, among the millions of other clickbait on KZbin -- somebody making money by cranking out dime-a-dozen videos.

[@stekl.h]

​@@rickarmstrong9660 ​ That's your opinion. I don't expect people to become "experts" or "geniuses" after watching this video, but I do enjoy its very well-done content. I appreciate this self-development advice even though other videos have already covered this topic. And I think he deserves the praise.

[@rickarmstrong9660]

@@stekl.h I'm not disputing the quality of the content, but to claim that it is going to make a "genius" or an "expert"out of someone and to do it "fast" is not just an exaggeration but a lie. It's clickbait, just to attract viewers. I know that many YT videographers do it but it's tacky.

[@stekl.h]

@@rickarmstrong9660 ok

[@elvisanyanwu3141]

A long time follower of Scott H Young. Happy to see this.

[@muhammadk2637]

The only study related video that actually can help me.

[@00ANIKA]

i already do all of this... i just don't have many ambitions, nor motivation to pursue anything :') thanks for the video, i love how concise it is

[@bluepal7965]

Your videos are sooo good, I’m a new subscriber and I can tell you’re in for more!(:

[@ra-ok8yn]

Thank you for this great advice! ❤ i just eliminated my younger brother as you said and my focus and my learning abilities have gone through the roof!

[@sixstringsoneway]

Great advice!! This is why it is so important to have an experienced instructor when learning guitar.

[@aaronhunyady]

Some good advice. If it’s a subject that is relatively focused and straightforward (like learning a language), the pre-learning stage can easily be done ahead of time. If it’s a topic that is very broad, complex, open-ended or with many different approaches, for example, writing a novel, an iterative approach may be best. For example, first look up how to write a short story, then write two short stories (like 1000 words each so they go quickly). Then assess your weaknesses at at least two levels (the story arc which involves character development and plot structure, and the wording) and where your process failed (or better, have an experienced writer assess the various aspects of the stories), and then do the pre-learning stage on the areas that need the most work. Once you can write an effective short story, it's theoretically just a matter of scaling the complexity to write a novel. In any case, broad topics like that will get you expertise much more quickly if you do many quick cycles of learning followed by practice, critiquing your practice, learning, practice, etc.

[@rick8246]

really expected some clickbait but im flabbergastered, actually great knowledge you delivered here, thanks a lot

[@ultrahdgood]

00:02 Pre-learning is the first step to mastering a new subject or skill. 00:47 Efficient learning comes from focusing on the core skills of a subject. 01:36 10% of your entire project should be taken up by the research phase. 02:23 Focus on eliminating distractions, training focus as a skill, and continual improvement. 03:11 Practice in the exact situation you want to use your newfound understanding in. 03:58 Drilling is essential for identifying and improving weaknesses in learning. 04:44 Using a combination of direct practice and specific drilling can help you reach your desired skill level more quickly. 05:31 Intuition is a powerful tool to cut through information overload and make strong claims. Crafted by Merlin AI.

[@luisc6486]

Thank you, so useful

[@darrenlo9802]

This was way better than I expected! I hope you get a MILLION subs just from this vid!

[@chrishiss7976]

Crazy enough, I figured out many points in your video already, like what's intuition, but you summed them up very well!

[@pleaseignoreme7013]

for everything we learn there is a specific scenario or set of scenarios that we are training for, whatever direction our learning is directed towards we need to gear a huge proportion of our study time towards practicing in the same exact situation or as close an approximation as we can get, so make sure your study techniques never steer too far from the study context you wish to use your newfound understanding in, if you don't do this you'll end up wasting a lot of time and you wont get as close to your goals anyway

[@frasras9447]

absolute bonkers value!! Wait to see what I do with this newfound system! THANK YOU!

[@stefanolugli1461]

I unconscioysly used this method for years, simply because i was lazy and was the quickedt way to get stuff done. Its great!

[@task4tday]

eliminating your younger brother for being a distraction is a true gigachad move

[@rakshitchoudhary1629]

I cannot eliminate my younger brother they will put me in the jail

[@seaknightvirchow8131]

😂😂

[@Cometolearn704]

😂

[@watford7885]

So in short, choose a subject or skill, plan on how you will learn and in what order. study without distractions and practice constantly to eliminate weaknesses. I'll give it a try. very good video as it is to the point.

[@seansmith7256]

Great video man. Very insightful takes on learning. Definitely going to apply some of the things you talked about.

[@optimism_of_will]

Crazy precise engaging and above all really informative. Looking forward to you blowing up soon :)

[@harishrg777]

Finally another good youtube recommendation. Liked and subbed. Good information bro. Let me incorporate this idea, focused learning, direction and drilling (to get specific skill which is weak to certain level) so as to progress toward our ultimate goal. Through practicing in scenario or close to result, self reflection, course adjustment along way inorder keep refocusing and increasing dexterity, I should be able to see stark improvement theoritically. This is my current take away from video, I will apply for learning japanese for next 30 days and see. However i should also give room of error and overcoming some biases. thanks for video.

[@p.hr.]

Very informative narrative Sir! Thank you!

[@Krmiby]

'Directness' was what I was doing, when I have a urge learn something. That's when I learn the more practical knowledge that makes you motivated to do more. Immediate 'feedback' is also important to modify your initial frameworks in next cycle of Directness, Practice and Drill.

[@igoryurkovsky7652]

Thank you! This video need so much more views!

[@ImMeshlem]

#### Summary #### 📚 Pre-learning: Research and plan what you're going to learn 🗺 Know the vital things to learn and the most efficient way to learn them ⏰ Set a hard deadline for pre-learning to avoid procrastination 🎯 Focus, directness , and drilling are the pillars of Young's learning approach 🔍 Eliminate distractions, practice in the desired context, and isolate weaknesses 🌟 Reach the level of intuition and effortless thinking through hard work and using Young's system

[@lordtrunks7504]

ur rly good at speaking and what you say is great, you deserve more views. maybe focus a bit more on the visuals to make it even better. Good luck

[@tonye5960]

On the way up brother, good luck, hope you keep changing lives

[@unsolicitedadvice9198]

Thank you! I appreciate the confidence you show in me

[@PaulElmont-fd1xc]

Wow. KZbin actually recommended a video to me that is helpful and relevant to my interests! ❤

[@glowred550]

Great Video! Very valuable information and it inspired me to get started!

[@unsolicitedadvice9198]

Thank you! Best of luck!

[@Napoleon_673]

"focusing comes down to just three things... eliminating external distractions, like your phone, your tv and your younger brother" *Bravo six going dark*

[@dannyhernandez265]

I want to learn mechanics in order to maintain myself, so this is solid advice. 👍

[@weno1842]

You just won a new sub. Good job.

[@ILoveMaths07]

Amazing content, brother! I'm upset I found you so late!

[@Viv382]

Organic chemistry is my weakness,i have one month to prepare for my exam and i have promised myself to ace the exam with top rank ,gonna apply what i learned in this vedio and i will update you after a month! Thanks.

[@cothinker680]

Make sure to practice questions a lot

[@robin2567]

Studying that as well right now. I hope you ace your exam !!

[@phuongnguyen-kl3ep]

thanks so much for this value information. Really useful for me

[@Eren-bp7uz]

Language has a lot of aspects and each of them acts like a building block to the next one. I agree that we need to create a roadmap to know these aspects and how we can learn them simultaneously.

[@SebastianFox1]

Man, great information. Also, you use your voice, tonality very well, in an influencing manner (in a good way) What materials, videos or books did you study for that if you did and would be so kind to share?

[@ForWhatIsAMan]

Your channel has proven a pleasant discovery, my friend

[@artyom8205]

Absolutely great one

[@pomo6015]

Amazing video man! Decent quality and very valuable. One tip, try slowing down your speech a bit. (Even 5% is fine maybe?) It will definitely help both us and you with the growth!

[@noskillzleague]

Change your playback speed. You can slow it down if you need to

[@alexkokkes4227]

Congratulations for this great video

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[@Jack_The_Ripper__]

1- Plan Pre aprendizaje: Identifica qué quieres aprender, cuál es la forma más eficiente y efectiva de lograrlo: el orden en el que seguirás el plan y las cosas más importantes a aprender. Utilice una fecha límite estricta y estricta para evitar la procrastinación. 2- Aprendizaje Tienes que esforzarte mucho. Haga que sus espacios de tiempo dedicados al aprendizaje también sean lo más eficientes y efectivos posible. Elimina todo tipo de distractores externos o internos para que puedas concentrarte por completo en tu tarea, que puede entrenarse con meditación, constancia y reflexión y mejora continua. 3- Ejercicios Haz que tus ejercicios se acerquen lo más posible al contexto objetivo. Identifique y ataque sus debilidades constantemente para que pueda llevar su experiencia a su máximo potencial.

[@axima7338]

Gracias viejo!!

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A darle

[@Guylovesleep6802]

Didnt thought this would be useful till i watched it. So thx for the video

[@raystone06]

thanks for subtitle, iam french speaker and it is very helpful

[@danielcox7629]

I have a hard time learning but an easy time adapting old information to a new situation.

[@taimurshaz]

Got recommended this and the comments are showing positive signs so I’ll be watching this,hoping to get valuable information.

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Thanks. This was helpful.❤

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Thank God I chose this video ❤

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Thank you!

[@jirafey_]

please expand on this, this can be truly phenomenal knowledge to gain. Perhaps not even this subject but i would love a longer video, this is just a video that looks like a shortform of a book, no offense but I don't see too much meat here!

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It's aish ❤️❤️i love your vdos...you are really underrated.. this is really helpful..keep going buddy ❤️

[@unsolicitedadvice9198]

Thank you! I appreciate the encouragement!

[@eyeofsauron2812]

Instructions unclear, eliminated younger sister

[@4ProfessorJ]

First i thought its straight up clickbait but well you got my attention. What you are telling me rn sounds reasonable.

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I refuse to believe this was written by a human being

[@nickr7703]

@@DrevorReal you are welcome

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Actually...this is an amazing video ❤❤❤

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Very helpful, liked and saved

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AMAZING CONTENT!!

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Bro Didn't waste A Single Seconds , Gets straight to points Real helpfull information

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Great video! Thank you 🌚✨

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[@nothomelessonyoutube]

Oh my this is how I just do things. I want to play the banjo, I currently do not know how. While I pratice harmonica and the music theory to make my time on the banjo easier. I got a book about the history of the banjo. It's got long african roots turns out. I feel what you have put down here, is an much easier way for me to do what I normally do before I try something new. This time I should actually write it down. If you say you are going to do something and do it you are being honest. If you write it down and do it, that's prophecy.

[@AMARK1NG]

Thank You ❤

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[@nathananderson8720]

This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my KZbin channel 9 months ago about self development. Now I have 1,307 subs and > 1,000 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.

[@Error-33]

that's incredible man, you already did the hard part of starting a yt channel which is to get your 1st 1000 subs. You're on your way to success I'd say

[@nathananderson8720]

@@Error-33 Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my KZbin channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a KZbinr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this KZbin thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)

[@Error-33]

@@nathananderson8720 I just read the reply and man that is inspiring. Great to see people succeeding and improving themselves for sure

[@lonelysonofgod97]

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Great advise

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So Scott Young discovered my learning system, nice