004 What makes chess improvement so difficult?

Crafting a study plan you're confident will work has to be high on the list.

In this episode, I dive into the fundamentals of what makes a great study plan for any rating level with International Master Andras Toth.

Plus, he busts some common but harmful myths.

Andras is a renowned coach to adults with a blunt, no-nonsense approach to teaching that's refreshing.

He has a highly regarded YouTube channel, plus he's the author of many great courses on Chessable.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The real reason engine analysis is of limited help to your chess improvement (no matter what your amateur rating is.)
• Why it's so important to work with a coach if you want to see long-term progress.
• The vital importance of studying annotated games.
• A critical, overlooked component to studying tactics that's rarely considered in most people's study plans.
• Much more!

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Supplemental Content: "How to Master Calculation? What Difference Can a Coach Make?" - Andras recommends this video to further some of the ideas he talked about in this podcast episode, especially the difference of having a coach.

Andras Toth's Content:

• Andras's YouTube Channel
• Andra's Chessable Courses
• Twitch Channel

Resources in this Episode

• BOOK: Best Lessons of a Chess Coach
• BOOK: How to Beat Your Dad At Chess
• VIDEO: Andras's YouTube Amateur Mind Series