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Grit

Angela Duckworth

The Power of Passion and Perseverance

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What if the secret to extraordinary achievement isn't talent, but something far more accessible? Psychologist Angela Duckworth reveals that "grit"—the powerful combination of passion and perseverance toward long-term goals—predicts success better than intelligence, talent, or any other factor. Through groundbreaking research at West Point and beyond, she demonstrates how grit can be developed at any age.

In this KitUP, you’ll learn:

- Why passion + perseverance outweigh talent in long-term success.

- How to build grit through practice, purpose, and resilience.

- Why our culture overestimates talent and underestimates effort.

- How small, consistent habits create unstoppable momentum.

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