Psychology

Hidden Potential

Adam Grant

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Hidden Potential

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Written byAdam Grant

Organizational psychologist Adam Grant argues that how far we go depends less on where we start and more on how much we grow, and shows how to unlock that growth.

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  • Published2023
  • GenrePsychology
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  1. 01Growth beats head start

    Potential is about how far you climb, not where you begin.

  2. 02Character skills

    Traits like being proactive, disciplined and willing to learn can be developed.

  3. 03Get comfortable with discomfort

    Trying new things before you feel ready speeds up learning.

  4. 04Be imperfect on purpose

    Aim for excellence, not perfection, so you keep moving forward.

  5. 05Build support

    Good coaches, teams and structures help people go further.

  6. 06Open doors for others

    Schools and workplaces can find talent by looking at growth, not just past results.

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