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Break them into activities
Teach those activities explicitly
Monitor observable behaviors
This process simplifies complex traits into actionable steps.
The Importance of Mastery and Complexity
As individuals develop skills, instructions can become more general and vaguer with higher performers because they possess a larger toolbox of skills and can self-manage. Conversely, beginners require very specific, detailed guidance to perform correctly.
High performers operate within a broad reward structure; their mastery opens up multiple avenues for recognition and reinforcement. This is why continuous skill development is crucial—progress opens new pathways for motivation and reward.