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Author: Angela Duckworth

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9781442397149

Language: English

Publish Date: 03/05/2016

Audiobook length: 31 min

Grit Summary Audiobook

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Grit, the combination of passion and perseverance
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Chapter 3Why is perseverance important?
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Chapter 4Why is passion important?
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Why listen to Grit

Listening to the summary audiobook of "Grit" by Angela Duckworth is an invaluable opportunity to grasp the key concepts of resilience and perseverance in a concise format. Duckworth's insights on the importance of passion and sustained effort for achieving success resonate across various fields, making it particularly relevant for students, professionals, and anyone striving to overcome obstacles. By absorbing the core ideas from this influential work, listeners can gain practical strategies to cultivate their own grit and enhance their personal and professional lives, all while efficiently utilizing their time.

Author : Angela Duckworth

Angela Duckworth is a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She is an eminent psychologist and a TED talker. She is also a winner of the 2013 MacArthur Fellowship, which is commonly known as the “genius grant” for citizens and residents of the United States. Duckworth initially worked at McKinsey, but she quit her job and became a middle school and high school math teacher. In 2007, she joined the University of Pennsylvania as an assistant professor. Duckworth’s ultimate career goal is to use psychological science to help kids thrive.

Key Insights from Grit

  • Grit is defined as the combination of passion and perseverance in pursuing long-term goals. Duckworth argues that talent alone is not enough; sustained effort over time is crucial for achievement.
  • Success is often more about how hard one works over a long period than about one’s abilities or intelligence. Duckworth emphasizes that developing grit can be cultivated through growth mindset, perseverance, and resilience.
  • The concept of grit can be applied in various domains, including education, sports, and business. By fostering a gritty culture and environment, individuals and organizations can achieve greater outcomes by encouraging perseverance in the face of challenges.
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