This is a short question and answer based video on what is grit. Angela Duckworth also has a TedTalk which I added to the video library here long time ago, but that one is longer with explanation and extrapolation of her research.
The Practicing Mind: Developing Focus and Discipline in Your Life by Thomas M. Sterner
Summary
Before people talk about grit or the importance of deliberate practice, there was Thomas Sterner advocating the importance of focusing at the moment to build your skills and overcome challenges. This book is a must read for anyone who need a practical framework to achieve more in life.
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The Practicing Mind: Developing Focus and Discipline in Your Life
Written by Thomas M. Sterner
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Michael Mauboussin: The Success Equation – Untangling Skill and Luck
An interesting talk based on the book “The Success Equation: Untangling Skill and Luck” by Michael Mauboussin. Mr. Mauboussin is managing director and head of Global Financial Strategies at Credit Suisse. It is a long talk for about an hour.
You can get the book from Amazon.
