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The Impact of Late Specialization and Grit Research
Late specializers may initially perform poorly, but have long-term success. This insight is relevant to grit research, which has typically focused on individuals selected for short-term goals. The famous grit study at West Point found that the grit survey was a better predictor of which cadets would succeed in a rigorous orientation, highlighting the importance of persistence and consistency.