Grit

The Power of Passion and Perseverance

De: Angela Duckworth

Narrado por: Angela Duckworth

In this instant New York Times bestseller, Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent, but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls “grit.” “Inspiration for non-geniuses everywhere” (People).

The daughter of a scientist who frequently noted her lack of “genius,” Angela Duckworth is now a celebrated researcher and professor. It was her early eye-opening stints in teaching, business consulting, and neuroscience that led to her hypothesis about what really drives success: not genius, but a unique combination of passion and long-term perseverance.

In Grit, she takes us into the field to visit cadets struggling through their first days at West Point, teachers working in some of the toughest schools, and young finalists in the National Spelling Bee. She also mines fascinating insights from history and shows what can be gleaned from modern experiments in peak performance. Finally, she shares what she’s learned from interviewing dozens of high achievers—from JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon to New Yorker cartoon editor Bob Mankoff to Seattle Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll.

“Duckworth’s ideas about the cultivation of tenacity have clearly changed some lives for the better” (The New York Times Book Review). Among Grit’s most valuable insights: any effort you make ultimately counts twice toward your goal; grit can be learned, regardless of IQ or circumstances; when it comes to child-rearing, neither a warm embrace nor high standards will work by themselves; how to trigger lifelong interest; the magic of the Hard Thing Rule; and so much more. Winningly personal, insightful, and even life-changing, Grit is a book about what goes through your head when you fall down, and how that—not talent or luck—makes all the difference. This is “a fascinating tour of the psychological research on success” (The Wall Street Journal).

Well worth the read.

I purchased this book because I've always been interested in perseverance and how it works. I thought this book would be more about stories but I was definitely wrong. As a person who does not really like hearing about research, I have to admit that this book filled with useful information and so well written that I hardly noticed. The author read in such a way that I was always interested and couldn't wait to get back to the book. Most importantly I found out some answers that I have been seeking about myself for years and how to motivate and transfer my own Grit over to my children. I highly recommend not only you read this book, but also have your children read it. I can guarantee that they too will get something out of it.

Wish this book was around when my kids were small.

For what it's worth, Duckworth's writing and research have not changed my actions. But they would have if I had known about them before my children became adults. I have always known the power of perseverance, but instilling it in others is something I've struggled with. This book helps. Perhaps I will try some of these ideas out on my young team at work...

Immensely helpful and insightful.

I listened to GRIT after experiencing an incredibly difficult year and working towards my recovery. I mean financial, social, physical, and emotional. While I have always felt resilient, it was very beneficial to learn not only that grit can be nurtured, but some of the ways we can do so. The wisdom imparted is palatable, practical, and reasonable enough for any "non-genius" to follow. I have recommended this book to several others already.

One of the best

This is truly one of the best I have read. I like Angela's voice and the way she describes her content. There is so much wisdom about grit in this book. And it's supported by her research and numerous interviews. The way she presents her findings is great. I wish she had more books.

Self directed learning...

When looking at the principles of intrinsic motivation, Duckworth makes a connect to what Daniel Pink researched in his book Drive. However, Duckworth research gives the grind out of what it takes to push one's self and others. It's definitely a book worth thinking deeply on and finding ways to apply it to your person and or professional life.