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No Stupid Questions

Extra: Angela Duckworth on “Masters of Scale”

May 23, 2024
33:55
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Angela Duckworth discusses 'grit-scaling' and her journey from pre-med to education, highlighting the importance of passion and perseverance in achieving excellence. She explores the power of community, mentorship, and aligning strengths with mission for sustainable success.
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Quick takeaways

  • Individual success is greatly influenced by the environment, opportunities, and social interactions, not just genetic attributes.
  • Combining passion and perseverance with favorable circumstances is essential for achieving optimal success, as highlighted by Angela Duckworth.

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Angela's Lesson on the Power of Environment over Genetics

Angela Duckworth shares a powerful anecdote from her past where a teacher dismissed a student's curiosity, highlighting the impact of environment on individuals. Reflecting on her genetic attributes, Angela emphasizes the significant influence of one's surroundings, opportunities, and social interactions on success and talent development.

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