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Angela Duckworth on why grit isn’t enough
WithAngela Duckworth
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With the highly anticipated follow up to her bestseller “Grit”, psychologist and author Angela Duckworth offers a new framework for achieving excellence. She talks with host Jeff Berman about why making even small changes to your situation is the precursor to success. You can find more about…
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Apple PodcastsThe power of mentors: Alex Rodriguez, Angela Duckworth, and more
WithAngela Duckworth
MentionsAlex RodriguezAlexa von TobelJimmy Iovine
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We often hear stories of transformational mentors from the iconic business leaders on our show. In this episode, we’ve curated a handful of our favorite stories about how mentors make a difference. Hear from music industry legend Jimmy Iovine, entrepreneur Alexa von Tobel, pro athlete Alex…
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Apple PodcastsBonus: Angela Duckworth’s “No Stupid Questions” Podcast
WithAngela Duckworth
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Masters of Scale guest, psychologist, and “Grit” author Angela Duckworth also hosts the podcast “No Stupid Questions.” With her co-host, entrepreneur and executive Mike Maughn, she takes up questions on deep issues like purpose and productivity. In this episode called “Do You Need a Routine?”…
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Apple PodcastsGrit-scaling with Angela Duckworth
WithAngela Duckworth
MentionsWilliam James
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Success looks different for everybody. But author and psychologist Angela Duckworth has found that whether we achieve success, or even seek it, may hinge on a characteristic that she calls “grit.” Angela’s 2016 bestseller Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance quickly became a must-read for…
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#172 Professor at UPenn & Author, Angela Duckworth: Grit
WithAngela Duckworth
MentionsMarc LederRodger Krouse
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Guest: Angela Duckworth, professor at the University of Pennsylvania and author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance “There’s got to be a cost” when you pursue your passions, says University of Pennsylvania professor Angela Duckworth; in fact, the word “passion” comes from the Latin word… More on the show's page
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Grit with Angela Duckworth
WithAngela Duckworth
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BONUS EPISODE: The importance of Grit has been discussed by several guests on this podcast. We therefore invited the world leading expert on the topic, Angela Duckworth, to discuss Grit with Nicolai Tangen. Are we able to develop Grit individually or within an organisation? Check out this bonus… More on the show's page
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#204 Founder & Former CEO Blue Bottle, James Freeman: After the Exit
MentionsAngela Duckworth
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Guest : James Freeman, Founder and Former CEO of Blue Bottle Coffee In the six or so years since he sold his last shares of Blue Bottle Coffee to Nestlé, James Freeman has had a lot of time to ruminate, about how he succeeded in creating a unique café experience, and also the ways he failed his… More on the show's page
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#3: Katy Milkman – How to Change, EP..199
MentionsCharles SchwabAngela Duckworth
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Katy Milkman , the James G. Dinan Professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, host of Choiceology , Charles Schwab's popular podcast on behavioral economics, the co-founder and co-director alongside Angela Duckworth of the Behavior Change for Good Initiative, and most… More on the show's page
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Apple PodcastsThe show's pageKaty Milkman – How to Change (Capital Allocators, EP.199)
MentionsCharles SchwabGoogleAngela Duckworth
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Katy Milkman , the James G. Dinan Professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, host of Choiceology , Charles Schwab's popular podcast on behavioral economics, the co-founder and co-director alongside Angela Duckworth of the Behavior Change for Good Initiative, and most… More on the show's page
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Apple PodcastsThe show's pageNever underestimate your first idea, w/Twitter/Medium's Ev Williams
WithEv Williams
MentionsSheryl SandbergAngela Duckworth
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Never put a limit on your first idea. It could span your entire career. Ev Williams, co-founder of Twitter and Medium (and before that: Blogger), shares what he learned in every iteration of his grand vision to connect the world’s brains. A reminder that passion and perseverance can be paths to…
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