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Grit

Angela Duckworth

350 Pages
2016-05-03

Grit

The Power of Passion and Perseverance

Simon and Schuster

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Angela Duckworth's "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" is a compelling exploration of what truly drives success. Contrary to popular belief, Duckworth argues that talent is not the key to outstanding achievement. Instead, she introduces the concept of "grit," a unique blend of passion and long-term perseverance. Through captivating stories and extensive research, Duckworth illustrates how grit can be cultivated and why it is essential for achieving long-term goals. From West Point cadets to National Spelling Bee finalists, the book provides inspiring examples of individuals who have harnessed grit to overcome challenges. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the true ingredients of success and how to develop them in their own lives.

Key Ideas

1

Grit Over Talent

Duckworth emphasizes that success is not about innate talent but about the sustained effort and passion one puts into their goals. She provides evidence from various fields, showing that those who achieve the most are not necessarily the most talented but the most persistent.

2

Growth Mindset

The book highlights the importance of having a growth mindset, a belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. This mindset fosters resilience and a willingness to face challenges, which are crucial components of grit.

3

The Hard Thing Rule

Duckworth introduces the "Hard Thing Rule," a practice where individuals commit to doing something challenging and sticking with it for a set period. This rule helps build discipline and perseverance, reinforcing the idea that grit can be developed through consistent effort and practice.

FAQ's

The main argument of "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" is that success is not primarily determined by talent but by a combination of passion and long-term perseverance, which Angela Duckworth refers to as "grit."

Angela Duckworth suggests that grit can be developed through practices such as maintaining a growth mindset, committing to challenging tasks (as outlined in the "Hard Thing Rule"), and consistently putting in effort over time.

"Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" uses examples such as West Point cadets and National Spelling Bee finalists to illustrate how individuals have harnessed grit to overcome challenges and achieve their long-term goals.

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Grit, not talent or intelligence, predicts success and can be developed.
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Grit is the combination of passion and perseverance that allows people to achieve remarkable success. Angela Duckworth, a psychologist, studied grit at West Point military academy, where despite an intensive admissions process, many cadets drop out during the grueling summer training called Beast Barracks.

She found grit, not talent or intelligence, predicted who would complete the program. This surprising finding that talent alone does not lead to achievement occurred across other challenging domains too like sales, education, the spelling bee, and the Green Berets. Grit mattered more than IQ, conscientiousness or leadership ability in predicting success. But grit isn't fixed; it can be developed by finding your passion and persevering through challenges. With grit, people can achieve their potential.

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