Zig Ziglar once said, “Repetition is the mother of learning, the father of action, which makes it the architect of accomplishment.” Whether it’s sports or business, practice makes perfect: we need it to improve our skill set.

But not all practice is created equal and there are methods we can adopt to ensure the time spent developing our skills is maximized for optimal growth. In this issue of the Pulse, we share a TED-Ed video by Annie Bosler and Don Greene, explaining how practice changes our brains. They also include some great tips on how to practice more effectively on a consistent basis. Focusing, minimizing distractions and gradually increasing the speed of repetitions can all lead us to greater success.

To learn more, watch How to Practice Effectively for Just About Anything.