Grit : The Power of Passion and Perseverance

from startwithgivens

Most people prefer the ability of somebody to work hard despite fighting the odds over innate intelligence or talent. It is great if you have both, but it is not necessary. This book was so motivating; especially as I generally listened while at work. I found that I was jotting down notes on what...

from SusanIN

"Our potential is one thing. What we do with it is quite another." This quote comes from the beginning of "Grit, The Power of Passion and Perseverance." The book is about grit, which is pretty much what it sounds like: sticking to things, even when the going gets tough. Why do some people have mo...

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Seemingly, everybody has their own version of secrets of success. Angela Duckworth shares that and more in her psychological theory of achievement; only hers is backed by research study. She terms the common factor in success as “grit.” In this work, she shares a way of quantifying grit (called t...

from Gingermama

This was an absorbing read about how passion and perseverance combine to give someone "grit" -- the ability to stick with a challenging task. Are we born with grit? Can it be learned? This was an interesting book, and I found myself stopping frequently to consider how the author's theories apply ...

from msaucier818

Overall an interesting look into a topic that has become more and more popular in public education. The idea that grit and perseverance can be one of the most important character traits to have and develop for all people, but especially young people, is fascinating and makes a great deal of sense...