Argumentative Essay
A phrase that is commonly used,“practice makes perfect.” Any time we practice athletics, arts,or even educational skills, we are attempting to master a certain skill. In the novel Outliers, Malcom Gladwell claims that it takes 10,000 hours to perfect a skill. Practice is very important in order to be the best at something, and 10,000 hours is a robust goal to reach when exercising a skill. Evidently, some people will disagree and say that it does not take 10,000 hours to master a skill. “The common time spent on mastering what it takes to succeed is relatively always approaching 10,00 hours, from childhood to excellence.” (Outliers) Sports is the main area where people are focused on constant practice. A common thought is that some individuals have natural talent so they do not have to put in 10,000…show more content… It doesn't apply to sports. And practice isn't a sufficent condition for success. I could play chess for 100 years and I'll never be a grandmaster. The point is simply that natural ability requires a huge investment of time in order to be made manifest. Unfortunately, sometimes complex ideas get oversimplified in translation.” In this statement, Gladwell is implying that 10,000 hours equals success is a misunderstanding. Opportunities to practice early and often will help you reach 10,000 hours. Gladwell also mentions that an individual can push themselves to the exact limit of their skillset which will expand their abilities day by day.
In conclusion the 10,000 hour rule does not necessarily measure your success but it can affect how good you can become at a skill. By practicing 10,000 hours you can master an ability, therefore becoming successful. In Outliers, Malcom Gladwell is trying to express to the reader that hard work pays off, he uses a billionaire tech mogul and an internationally admired band to present that
