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QUIT: Why You Have to Give Up if You Want to Get Ahead

The Next Big Idea

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The Truth About Grit Is That You Shouldn't Stick to Hard Things That Are Worthwhile

Grit is a virtue that adds character. It builds character even, and then it's a signal of success. If I'm gritty, I'm going to succeed. And if I'm a quitter, it's bad because grit is a virtue. The decision about whether to persevere or grit it out and the decision aboutwhether to quit are the exact same.

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