Psychology

Grit

Angela Duckworth

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Grit

Portrait of Angela Duckworth
Written byAngela Duckworth

Psychologist Angela Duckworth argues that passion and perseverance for long-term goals matter more than talent alone.

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  • Published2016
  • GenrePsychology
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  1. 01Grit beats talent alone

    Sticking with goals over years often matters more than natural ability.

  2. 02Effort counts twice

    Effort builds skill, and effort turns skill into achievement.

  3. 03Find your interest

    Passion usually grows from exploring and then going deeper into one area.

  4. 04Practise deliberately

    Focused practice on weak spots is what makes people improve.

  5. 05Connect to purpose

    Knowing your work helps others keeps you going.

  6. 06Hope keeps you trying

    Believing your efforts can make things better helps you bounce back.

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“Enthusiasm is common. Endurance is rare.”

— Angela Duckworth

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