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Worklife with Adam Grant

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The Underdog Effect: Embracing Stress for Success

This chapter explores the 'underdog effect' and how external challenges can channel anxiety into motivation. It emphasizes the balance of stress necessary for optimal performance and the psychological mechanisms of narcissism in response to pressure.

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