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#22 Adam Grant: Givers, Takers, and the Resilient Mind

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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The Dynamics of Matching in Interactions

In interactions, individuals can have varying approaches such as being a giver, a taker, or a matcher. Some people adopt matching as a safe strategy, while others lean towards giving or taking. Matchers may overgeneralize their approach, but it can be a smart habit to be a matcher, particularly when dealing with takers. Deep down tendencies towards giving or taking can influence how individuals approach interactions, either by waiting to see the other person's contribution or by taking the initiative to give first.

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