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Angela Duckworth

Leading psychologist and bestselling author of Grit.

'Finding the People and Places That Bring Out Your Best'

Angela Duckworth is a psychologist, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, and co-founder of Character Lab, a nonprofit advancing character development.

Her research shows that grit—passion and perseverance for long-term goals—is a key driver of success. She has advised Fortune 500 companies, schools, and government leaders on cultivating resilience and character.
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01. WORLD-RENOWNED RESEARCHER
 

Angela’s pioneering research into grit has been recognized globally as a groundbreaking contribution to psychology. She has shown that perseverance and passion matter more than natural talent in predicting success.

02. BESTSELLING AUTHOR

Her book Grit became an international bestseller, reaching audiences from CEOs to educators to athletes. She translates rigorous science into powerful, actionable lessons for leaders and teams.
03. SCIENTIST WITH REAL-WORLD IMPACT
 

Through her teaching, consulting, and speaking, Angela works to bring research into practice. Her focus ensures that insights about grit and character make a tangible difference in people’s daily lives.

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What to learn from Angela Duckworth

'Finding the People and Places That Bring Out Your Best'


  • How to intentionally design your team’s environment and culture to drive high performance
  • Why behavior shifts across different contexts, and how leaders can harness this to their advantage
  • The secret to sustaining peak performance without relying on fleeting willpower
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