19min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

The Science of Achievement, With Adam Grant

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

The Lemieux Effect and Predicting Success

This chapter explores the concept of the Lemieux effect in sports, where teams can improve when star players are temporarily sidelined. It also discusses the evaluation of potential in various domains, such as scouting quarterbacks and predicting success in education. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the implications of affirmative action policies.

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