Think Again
By Adam Grant
The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know. Viking. 2021.
Summary of Think Again book by Adam Grant
A critical investigation into the human psyche that uses hard data and anecdotes to explore both the positive effects that come with a receptive mindset, and the negative repercussions of never changing your views.
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What do you get from this book? Compelling evidence that humans thrive when adopting new ideas and releasing old ones
Your ability to adapt is dependent upon your ability to leave behind outmoded ideas and rethink your perspective
By practicing mental flexibility and addressing problems with a scientist mindset, you can overcome bad situations
Letting your own biases drive your actions can result in too little confidence or too much ego
When we lack self-awareness or feel threatened, our ego takes over unless we can detach opinion from truth
The wrong kind of conflict can stymie a project, but the right kind can push you to new heights
You can’t persuade people by being a bully, it should be more of a negotiation based on curiosity, common ground, and respect
Prejudice and stereotype are difficult to overcome without being self-aware
The art of listening is a crucial step in swaying people to change their minds
Polarizing topics present two sides to complex matters that are far more nuanced
Educators who inspire curiosity are spurring the next generation of rethinkers and unlearners
Performance cultures encourage growth but lack psychological safety, causing problems for concerned employees
Don’t commit to a path just because it’s expected, reevaluate your life choices and you’ll end up more fulfilled
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Who should read Think Again book
- Business leaders
- psychologists
- anyone who feels stuck in their routine
About the author of Think Again
Adam Grant
Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist and professor at the Wharton School, as well as a co-founder of Give and Take, Inc., a platform that teaches employers how to develop a workplace culture built on generosity and shared knowledge. A prominent technology, entertainment, and design (TED) Talker, Grant has also been named one of the ten most influential management thinkers in the world.
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