Grit: Why Passion and Resilience Are the Secrets to Success – The New York Times Bestseller

Name: Grit: Why Passion and Resilience Are the Secrets to Success – The New York Times Bestseller
Rating: 4.350649356842041 (77 reviews)

Angela Duckworth

May 2016 · Random House

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Unlock the key to success with the inspirational, 5 million-copy bestseller from the pioneering psychologist.

THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
AS SEEN ON THE MEL ROBBINS PODCAST

‘Persuasive and fascinating’ Malcom Gladwell, bestselling author of Outliers

‘This book will change your life.’ Dan Heath, bestselling co-author of Made to Stick and Decisive

Why do some people achieve extraordinary results while others, who are just as talented, fall short?

In her acclaimed, multi-million-copy bestseller, Grit, award-winning psychologist Angela Duckworth takes us on an eye-opening journey to discover the true qualities that lead to success.

Using case studies from her own childhood upbringing to her extensive research studying the psychology of success in sports and business, Duckworth reveals that talent is not what makes humans more likely to succeed. Instead, it’s a powerful combination of passion and perseverance – what she calls ‘grit’.

Drawing on cutting-edge research and real-world stories, Grit reveals:

What ‘grit’ is and why it matters
How grit can be learned, regardless of IQ or circumstances
Why stubbornness is a key characteristic of gritty people
How to develop lifelong purpose and passion
And so much more

Personal, powerful, and empowering, Grit is the inspiring and practical guide that will show you how to develop the resilience, focus and determination needed to succeed.

Praise for GRIT:

‘For anyone hoping to work smarter or live better, GRIT is an essential - and perhaps life-changing - read.’ Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive and To Sell is Human

'Impressively fresh and original' Susan Cain, bestselling author of Quiet

‘With a mix of masterful storytelling and the latest science, she shows that perseverance and passion matter at least as much as talent and intelligence.’ Arianna Huffington, bestselling author of Thrive

‘Utterly captivating, inspiring and original... Once you pick up GRIT, you won't be able to tear yourself away.’ Amy Cuddy, Harvard Business School professor and author of Presence

Discover Angela’s new book, revealing the hidden power of situations - and how you can shape them to bring out your best. Situated by Angela Duckworth is out September 2026.

Unlock the key to success with the inspirational, 5 million-copy bestseller from the pioneering psychologist. THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AS SEEN ON THE MEL ROBBINS PODCAST ‘Persuasive and fascinating’ Malcom Gladwell, bestselling author of Outliers ‘This book will change your life.’ Dan H...

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77 reviews

Mohd Adip

December 4, 2022

Favourite Quote : Without effort, your talent is nothing more than your unmet potential. Without effort, your skill is nothing more than what you could have done but didn’t. With effort, talent becomes skill and, at the very same time, effort makes skill productive . (Chapter 3) Favourite Chapter : The author shares about 3 bricklayers who were asked what they are doing. The 1st says he is laying bricks, the 2nd says he is building a church and the 3rd says he is building a house of god. The 1st has a job, the 2nd has a career and the 3rd has a calling. A job refers to a neccessity of life, a career refers the job as a stepping stone to other jobs and a calling refers to work that is the most important thing in life. Those who view their job as a calling are usually more satisfied with their jobs and life overall. Callings has little to do with formal job description but rather it is the belief of the person laying down bricks if it is something to be done or something that will lead to further success or connects to something far greater. The author advises that whatever you do, you can continually look at what you do and ask how it connects to a bigger picture, how it can be an expression of your deepest values. This implies that a bricklayer who believes that he is laying bricks will someday recognise that he is building a house of god. (Chapter 8) Personal thoughts on the book : This book explores on the ideas on grit. How grit can lead to a successful career and life. It shares about finding your inner grit through understanding your purpose and goals. It shares how outside influence can build grit through parenting techniques introduced in the book. Overall its a great read however i have problems articulating and understanding the first few chapters as the book lets you think for yourself the message that is driven across.

Edmand

July 7, 2020

If you want to grow in any aspect of your life -- grit is a must.

15 people found this review helpful

A Google user

March 4, 2018

This has changed my perspective on what humans believe as 'natural talent'

6 people found this review helpful

About the author

Dr Angela Duckworth is a 2013 MacArthur Fellow and an associate professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She is an expert in non-IQ competencies, including grit and self-control. A highly sought-after international speaker, her TED talk on grit has been viewed by over 10 million people.

Duckworth’s hypothesis that the real guarantor of success may not be inborn talent but a special blend of resilience and single-mindedness grew out of her upbringing: as a child her scientist father lovingly bemoaned the fact his daughter was ‘no genius’. Duckworth was determined to prove him wrong and spent her youth smashing through every academic barrier. As an adult she became focused on proving her theory and to find out if grit can be learned or cultivated. It was out of this that she created her own Character Lab at the University of Pennsylvania.

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