I wish I could have attended this event. I'm not sure I had the requisite IQ to get in the door, but this breakout features a comparison of the recent book The Sports Gene by David Epstein (highly recommended) versus the arguments presented in The Talent Code.
Once again, much like the Moneyball debate of "stats vs. scouts" I think the nature vs. nurture, genetics vs. hard work is a false argument. It's not one or the other, but an elegant interplay of both sides of the argument. Enjoy.
Many impactful innovations in sport and beyond were created by visionaries that dared to think differently. Finding a new and radical way of approaching a traditional task – one that may even run counter to conventional wisdom – is risky but potentially "game changing" too. This panel will bring together the pioneers who have found success by challenging the status quo in their field. The discussion will focus on questions such as: What seeded the initial idea for change? Who inspired them? How did they overcome obstacles and gain buy-in to their vision? Once established, how does one continue to innovate in the face of new imitators? And, what is the next great opportunity for innovation?
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