Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

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In this essential read for anyone aiming for success, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth reveals that the key to outstanding achievement lies not in talent, but in a focused persistence known as "grit." Duckworth explores why some individuals succeed while others do not, emphasizing that talent alone is not a guarantee of success. Instead, crucial factors include identifying passions and following through on commitments. Sharing her own journey as the daughter of a scientist who doubted her intelligence, Duckworth recounts her diverse experiences in teaching, business consulting, and neuroscience, leading her to hypothesize that success is driven by a unique combination of passion and long-term perseverance. As a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, she established a "character lab" to test her theories, taking readers into challenging educational environments, military training at West Point, and the competitive world of the National Spelling Bee. She also draws on historical insights and modern experiments in peak performance. Through interviews with high achievers like JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon and Seattle Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll, Duckworth offers a personal, insightful perspective on resilience and the mindset needed to overcome setbacks, proving that determination often trumps talent or luck.