Intelligence Squared The 12 Books of Christmas | Adam Grant on The Science of Achieving Greatness
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Dec 25, 2024 
In this lively discussion, organizational psychologist Adam Grant and economic journalist Tim Harford explore groundbreaking concepts from Grant's latest book, 'Hidden Potential.' They dive into the journey of overcoming self-doubt, sharing a captivating story about a competitive school's chess team. The pair emphasizes the power of character skills in education and the role of feedback in fostering personal growth. With engaging anecdotes, they highlight innovative teaching methods and the importance of embracing discomfort for success.
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Raging Rooks
- Adam Grant stumbled upon a story about the Raging Rooks chess team.
- This team from a disadvantaged background found success through character skills rather than pure chess prowess.
Character over Skill
- Character, not just skill, determines success, especially under pressure.
- The Raging Rooks exemplified this by outperforming more privileged, technically skilled chess players.
Soft Skills
- Stop calling essential skills "soft skills".
- The term originated from the US Army, diminishing the importance of leadership and character skills.
