Best Selling Books by Adam Grant

Impariamo a farci sostenitori delle nostre idee migliori e scopriamo come i leader possono stimolare negli altri l’originalità di pensiero e di azione. Nel suo nuovo libro Adam Grant, una delle menti più stimolanti e provocatorie della sua generazione, torna a domandarsi come creare un mondo migliore; ma stavolta affronta la questione dal punto di vista dell’originalità: scegliere di andare controcorrente, respingere il conformismo, opporsi alle tradizioni sorpassate. Come possiamo difendere i meriti di nuove idee e nuove prassi senza mettere a repentaglio la reputazione, le relazioni e la carriera? Attingendo a sorprendenti studi scientifici e a esempi tratti dal business, dalla politica, dallo sport e dallo spettacolo, Grant sfata il mito secondo cui gli anticonformisti di successo sarebbero naturalmente portati a esercitare la leadership e ad affrontare il rischio. Essere originali mostra che chiunque può individuare opportunità di cambiamento, riconoscere una buona idea, tenere sotto controllo la paura e i dubbi, alzare la voce senza lasciarsi zittire. Scoprirete quali tecniche hanno decretato il successo di: un imprenditore che promuove le sue startup elencando le ragioni per non investire; una dipendente di Apple che ha sfidato Steve Jobs pur trovandosi tre livelli sotto di lui nella gerarchia aziendale; un’analista che ha ribaltato il dogma della segretezza nella CIA; un miliardario e mago della finanza che licenzia i dipendenti se non lo criticano abbastanza; un produttore cinematografico che, con una sola domanda, ha permesso che venisse realizzato il primo film di animazione Disney basato su una storia originale. Grant insegna a tradurre in azione le idee originali in modo efficace e sostenibile, offrendo suggerimenti pratici per trovare alleati nei luoghi più imprevisti, combattere il pensiero di gruppo e insegnare ai nostri figli a pensare con la loro testa. Opporci al conformismo può migliorare la nostra situazione e darci l’impulso ad agire. Le persone originali vivono le stesse insicurezze e le stesse paure di chiunque altro, ma la differenza Ë che di fronte alle difficoltà non si paralizzano: anzi, si rimboccano le maniche. Essere originali vi darà gli strumenti per realizzare le vostre idee e il coraggio di fare il primo passo.

Et si tout ce que nous pensions savoir de la réussite était faux ? Ceux qui réussissent sont généralement perçus comme des individus ambitieux, voire individualistes. Mais si au-delà de l''effort, du talent et de la chance, l''interaction avec les autres était la clé du succès ? Et si vous montrer généreux était un point fort pour votre carrière ? Des recherches en psychologie sociale des cinquante dernières années et de l’étude de cas précis dans diverses entreprises, Adam Grant tire un constat surprenant sur les raisons qui font que certains atteignent le succès quand d’autres s’enlisent. Dans le monde professionnel, trois profils relationnels se distinguent : le donneur (disposé à rendre service sans rien attendre en retour), le preneur (qui fait passer ses intérêts avant ceux des autres) et l’échangeur (qui donne autant qu’il reçoit). Et il apparaît que contrairement aux préjugés, le preneur n’est pas celui qui s’en sort le mieux et que le donneur peut arriver tout en haut de l’échelle. Quel que soit votre profil, cet ouvrage propose des techniques, méthodes et stratégies innovantes et facilement applicables qui vous permettront d’être efficace à tous les niveaux de l’organisation. Prenant le contre-pied d’une approche traditionnelle qui place l’intérêt personnel au premier plan, cet ouvrage constitue une approche inédite et optimiste du travail, de la communication et de la productivité.

This book is a tried and tested method that will educate your child on a selection of insects and animals whilst keeping them interested by the use of short rhyming poems and amusing colourful illustrations. There are many questions as to why some insects and animals do what they do and why they do them, and this book holds some of those answers. Not only is this book fun and interesting for children, but for parents too. It proves you can have fun and laughs whilst learning at the same time. You will be surprised how many facts about various insects and animals there are in this book that you never knew!

Internationale bestsellerauteur Adam Grant over de waarde van heroverwegen en de kracht van twijfel. Als kennis macht is, is weten wat niet je niet weet wijsheid. Intelligentie wordt meestal gezien als het vermogen om te denken en te leren, maar in een snel veranderende wereld zijn er nog andere cognitieve vaardigheden die er misschien meer toe doen: het vermogen om te heroverwegen en af te leren. Te veel mensen verkiezen het comfort van een overtuiging boven het ongemak van twijfel. Adam Grant is een expert in het veranderen van de manier waarop we denken. Met gedurfde ideeën en gedegen onderzoek laat hij zien hoe we de vreugde van ongelijk hebben kunnen omarmen, geladen gesprekken kunnen nuanceren en scholen, werkplekken en gemeenschappen van levenslange leerlingen kunnen bouwen. Als kennis macht is, is weten wat we niet weten wijsheid.

Adam Grant is een van de boeiendste en prikkelendste grote denkers van zijn generatie en richt zich er in dit boek op hoe je de wereld een beetje beter kunt maken vanuit een pioniersperspectief: door ervoor te kiezen om tegen de stroom in te zwemmen, te strijden tegen conformisme en je af te zetten tegen verouderde tradities. Hoe kun je je sterk maken voor nieuwe ideeën, nieuw beleid en nieuwe gewoonten zonder daarbij je reputatie, je relaties en je carrière op het spel te zetten? Aan de hand van verrassende onderzoeken en verhalen uit de zakenwereld, de politiek en de sport- en entertainmentindustrie ontkracht Grant de algemene aanname dat succesvolle non-conformisten geboren leiders zijn die risico’s gewillig aangaan. In Het kan ook anders legt hij uit dat iedereen kansen voor verandering en goede ideeën kan leren herkennen, onzekerheid en ambivalentie kan overwinnen en suggesties kan opperen zonder dat iemand je de mond snoert. Je krijgt onder meer inzicht in de succesvolle technieken van: een ondernemer die zijn start-ups aanprijst door te benadrukken waarom je er juist níét in moet investeren; een vrouwelijke manager bij Apple die op de managementladder drie sporten onder Steve Jobs zat, maar hem niettemin durfde tegen te spreken; een analiste die wist af te rekenen met de cultuur van geheimhouding binnen de CIA; een steenrijk fi nancieel genie die mensen ontslaat als ze geen kritiek op hem durven te hebben; een filmproducent die door het stellen van één vraag Disneys allereerste animatiefi lm die gebaseerd was op een origineel verhaal uit de prullenbak wist te redden. Grant toont aan hoe je originaliteit kunt oproepen, ontketenen en vasthouden, en biedt praktische inzichten voor hoe je als individu vanuit onverwachte hoek steun kunt verwerven, hoe leiders groepsdenken kunnen omzeilen, en ouders en onderwijzers kinderen zelfstandig kunnen leren nadenken. Dit levert een verzameling baanbrekende inzichten op hoe je door non-conformisme je situatie kunt verbeteren en verder kunt komen. Mensen die openlijk origineel durven te zijn, hebben last van dezelfde angsten en twijfels als ieder ander, maar ze onderscheiden zich doordat ze niet bevriezen of flauwvallen als zaken tegenzitten. Dan gaan ze namelijk alsnog tot actie over. Het kan ook anders zal je de kennis en moed geven om je eigen ideeën krachtig te bepleiten.

हर व्यक्ति जानता है कि कड़ी मेहनत, तक़दीर और प्रतिभा जमरे कामकाजी जीवन में बड़ी भूमिका निभाते हैं। इस बेहतरीन पुस्तक में ऐडम ग्रांट ने एक चौथे महत्वपूर्ण तत्त्व की उपयोगिता बताई है कि शीर्ष पर पहुंचने का सर्वश्रेष्ठ रास्ता है अन्य लोगों को अपने साथ लाने पर ध्यान केंद्रित करना। यह पुस्तक कामयाबी के बारे में हमारी मूलभूत समझ में बदलाव लाती है तथा सहयोगियों, ग्राहकों और प्रतिस्पर्धियों के साथ हमारे रिश्तों के लिए नए मॉडल को प्रस्तुत करती है। ग्रांट ने वॉर्टन बिज़नेस स्कूल में प्रोफ़ेसर क रूप में अपने गहन शोध का इस्तेमाल करने के साथ ही हॉलीवुड से लेकर इतिहास तक कि सफलता की कहानियों के माध्यम से दिखाया है कि अन्य लोगों की मदद करने से हमें अधिक व्यक्तिगत सफलता मिलती है।

गिव्ह अu200dॅन्ड टेक इतरांशा मदत केल्यानंतरे तुम्ही यशस्वी कसे होता कठोर मेहनत, भाग्याची साथ आणि प्रतिभा यांची आपल्या करिअरमध्ये मोठी भूमिका असते, हे प्रत्येकालाच माहीत असतं; पण या पुस्तकात लेखक इतरांशा आपल्या सोबत घेऊन पुढे जाण्यावर लक्ष केंद्रित करणं, हाच यशाच्या शिखरावर पोहोचण्याचा सर्वश्रेष्ठ मार्ग आहे, हे तत्त्व पटवून सांगतात. ‘आधी मी’ या मानसिकतेचे लोक नेहमी यशाच्या वरच्या पायरीपर्यंत पोहोचतात, या धारणेलाच हे पुस्तक छेद देतं, तसंच ते यशासंदर्भातल्या आपल्या मूलभूत आकलनात बदल घडवतं, शिवाय आपले सहयोगी, ग्राहक आणि प्रतिस्पर्धी यांच्याशी आपलं नातं कसं असावं, यासंबंधीची नवी प्रं सादर करतं.

Imparare a mettere in discussione le proprie opinioni e aprire la mente degli altri è un’arte che può permetterci di raggiungere l’eccellenza sul lavoro e la saggezza nella vita. L’intelligenza è di solito vista come la capacità di pensare e imparare, ma in un mondo in rapido cambiamento c’è un’altra serie di abilità cognitive che potrebbe essere più importante: la capacità di ripensare e disimparare. Nella vita quotidiana troppi di noi preferiscono la comodità della convinzione al disagio del dubbio. Ascoltiamo le opinioni che ci fanno sentire bene, invece delle idee che ci costringono a impegnarci in una riflessione. Vediamo la divergenza di opinioni come una minaccia al nostro ego, piuttosto che come un’opportunità per imparare. Ci circondiamo di persone che sono d’accordo con le nostre conclusioni, quando dovremmo gravitare verso coloro che sfidano il nostro processo di pensiero. Il risultato è che le nostre convinzioni diventano fragili molto prima delle nostre ossa. L’intelligenza non è un buon rimedio e può anche essere una maledizione: è provato che essere bravi a pensare può renderci peggiori nel ripensare. Più brillanti siamo, più ciechi ai nostri limiti possiamo diventare. Da psicologo organizzativo, Adam Grant è un esperto nell’aprire la mente degli altri e la nostra, e uno dei principi guida nella sua attività di professore a Wharton è quello di argomentare come se avesse ragione ma ascoltare come se avesse torto. Con idee audaci e prove rigorose indaga su come possiamo abbracciare la gioia di avere torto, sfruttare i vantaggi sorprendenti della sindrome dell’impostore, introdurre sfumature nelle conversazioni più impegnative e costruire scuole, luoghi di lavoro e comunità di persone che continuano ad apprendere per tutta la vita. Imparerete come un campione internazionale di dibattito vince le discussioni, come un musicista nero persuade i suprematisti bianchi ad abbandonare l’odio, come un «sussurratore di vaccini» convince i genitori preoccupati a immunizzare i loro figli, e come Adam ha persuaso i fan degli Yankees a tifare per i Red Sox. Pensaci ancora rivela che non dobbiamo credere a tutto ciò che pensiamo o interiorizzare tutto ciò che sentiamo. È un invito ad abbandonare i punti di vista che non ci servono più e a privilegiare la flessibilità mentale, l’umiltà e la curiosità rispetto alla sciocca coerenza. Se la conoscenza è potere, sapere ciò che non sappiamo è saggezza.

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars. This collection reveals the history of English common law and Empire law in a vastly changing world of British expansion. Dominating the legal field is the Commentaries of the Law of England by Sir William Blackstone, which first appeared in 1765. Reference works such as almanacs and catalogues continue to educate us by revealing the day-to-day workings of society. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ Bodleian Library (Oxford) T214123 Dated at head of the drop-head title: February 3. 1789. The final leaf is the ''Account-current''. [Edinburgh, 1789]. 20, [2]p.; 4°

Kita hidup di dunia yang terobsesi dengan bakat. Kita memuja-muja siswa berbakat di sekolah, atlet genius dalam olahraga, dan anak ajaib dalam musik. Namun, mengagumi orang-orang yang memulai sesuatu dengan keunggulan bawaan lahir membuat kita mengabaikan jarak yang bisa kita tempuh untuk mencapai kejayaan. Kita meremehkan berbagai keterampilan yang bisa kita pelajari dan seberapa jauh kita bisa berkembang. Hidden Potential menawarkan kerangka kerja baru untuk meningkatkan aspirasi dan melampaui ekspektasi. Adam Grant merangkai bukti-bukti inovatif, wawasan mengejutkan, dan penceritaan detail yang membawa kita dari ruang kelas hingga ruang rapat direksi, taman bermain hingga Olimpiade, dan ruangan bawah tanah hingga luar angkasa. Dia menunjukkan bahwa kemajuan tidak bergantung pada seberapa keras Anda berusaha, melainkan seberapa baik Anda belajar. Pertumbuhan bukanlah tentang kegeniusan yang Anda miliki—tetapi tentang karakter yang Anda kembangkan. Buku ini mengeksplorasi cara membangun keterampilan karakter dan struktur motivasi untuk mewujudkan potensi diri kita, serta cara merancang system yang menciptakan peluang bagi mereka yang selama ini diremehkan dan diabaikan. Ukuran sebenarnya dari potensi Anda bukanlah seberapa tinggi puncak yang telah Anda capai, melainkan seberapa jauh Anda telah berusaha mendaki untuk mencapainya.

"More Than A Champion: Inspirational Sport Stories for Young Readers" is an uplifting anthology designed to inspire and educate young readers through the powerful stories of some of the world''s most celebrated athletes. The book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for the remarkable tales to follow, emphasizing the values of perseverance, dedication, and the spirit of never giving up. Each chapter is dedicated to a different sports figure, providing a glimpse into their lives, challenges, and the moments that defined their careers. From the legendary soccer skills of Pelé and the relentless determination of Zlatan Ibrahimovic to the groundbreaking achievements of Serena Williams and the mental strength of Simone Biles, this collection spans a variety of sports and achievements. It includes stories of icons like Muhammad Ali and Michael Jordan, who transcended their sports to become global symbols of excellence, as well as the inspiring journeys of Paralympic champion Mckenzie Coan and long-distance legends Mo Farah and Haile Gebrselassie. The conclusion of the book reflects on the collective lessons learned from these athletes, emphasizing the importance of striving for greatness, the value of hard work, and the impact of sportsmanship.

The Adam Grant papers reflect his career as a studio and commercial artist, the publicity and aclaim he achieved for his art, and the paint-by-number business for which he worked. The papers contain exhibition catalogs, newspaper clippings, photographs of the artist, correspondence, publications associated with the paint-by-number business, and an audio-taped lecture on the artist''s life narrated by his wife, Peggy Grant. Also included are original chalk drawings Grant made for the paint-by-number business. The papers would be of use to those interested in the Toledo area art community, the paint-by-number business, and to researchers of the Holocaust.

Psychologische studie over menselijk gedrag als doorslaggevende factor voor succes op allerlei gebied.

A comic book-style retelling of the classic.

When she takes on the advice column for her school newspaper, Carrie encounters more problems than she expects.

a companion workbook to Learning Logic or a stand alone workbook for critical thinking

This case explores the benefits and challenges of creating and sustaining an organizational culture that emphasizes fun and playfulness by telling the story of an inspiring organization that has cultivated such a culture: the Michigan chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation (MAW). the case provides background information on the organization and describes the initiatives and activities that create a playful culture at MAW. It also highlights the benefits and challenges of playfulness for employees, external partners, donors, and wish families, as well as describes how leaders and employees create a culture of "serious play" that maintains the benefits while minimizing the costs of playfulness.

A wealth of research indicates that depression is a serious global health issue, and that it is often characterized by a complicated and varied course. The ability to predict depressive course would be tremendously valuable for clinicians. However, the extant literature has not yet produced an accurate and efficient means by which to predict the course of depression. Research also indicates that cognitive variables - and cognitive vulnerability factors in particular - are related to the course of depression. In examining data provided by participants in the Temple-Wisconsin Cognitive Vulnerability to Depression Project (N = 345), the current study aimed to elucidate the relationship between cognitive vulnerability and depressive course using an actuarial statistical method. Results indicated that several cognitive measures predicted aspects of the onset and course of depression at rates significantly better than chance; foremost among these was the Cognitive Style Questionnaire (CSQ; Alloy et al., 2000). The CSQ was found to be the variable that best differentiated between participants who developed an episode of depression and those who did not. Furthermore, in comparison to participants who did not develop an episode of depression, the CSQ was found to differentiate between participants who recovered from a given depressive episode and those who did not, as well as between participants who experienced a single episode and those experiencing a recurrent course of the disorder across the prospective phase of the study. Conceptual and clinical implications of these results are discussed, as are directions for future research.

Lorca''s dad is always singing and joking around, and Lorca just thinks he''s really embarrassing until the night of the school dance when the band can''t show up, and Lorca''s dad and his DJ skills save the night.

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Offers an overview of the legal and practical issues that can arise when hiring senior managers, and managing their exit if and when they leave the company. This book deals with the formation of the executive relationship in line with legislation and under the provisions of the Companies Act 2006.