Dare to Lead with Brené Brown Brené with Adam Grant on the Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know
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Feb 15, 2021 
Join the conversation as they discuss the power of embracing limitations in knowledge and the importance of staying curious. Explore the impact of belonging in diving, traditional matchmaking success stories, and rethinking learning and growth. Dive into the value of thinking like a scientist, challenging groupthink, and navigating polarization through complex views. Discover the keys to leadership, listening, and rethinking in today's world.
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Adam Grant's Early Life
- Adam Grant's childhood involved diving, magic, and a fascination with "He-Man."
- In college, a writing seminar on social influence sparked his interest in psychology.
Discovering Organizational Psychology
- Adam Grant's interest in organizational psychology stemmed from a course with Richard Hackman.
- Hackman's work on team effectiveness, particularly in intelligence agencies, resonated deeply.
Challenging Academic Norms
- Adam Grant's first major paper involved undergraduate co-authors, challenging traditional academic norms.
- He prioritized sharing credit and encouraging student involvement in research.