D.S.S.S – Timothy Ferriss’s Model for Rapid Learning

In The 4-Hour Chef, Ferriss introduces a model he uses for rapid learning with the acronym D.S.S.S: Deconstruct, Selection, Sequencing, and Stakes. He claims to have successfully applied this approach to rapidly learning ballroom dancing, spanish, swimming and a host of other activities. Here is a brief description of each of the steps.

Using the DiSSS (deconstruction, selection, sequencing, and stakes) process to drastically shorten the time it took to learn languages. [25:04] Deconstruction: What are the minimal learnable units with which you should start? [27:50] Sequencing: In what order should you learn the blocks? [28:14] Stakes: How do you set up stakes to create real consequences and guarantee you follow the program? [28:19]