This is what I find most magnetic about successful givers: they get to the top without cutting others down, finding ways of expanding the pie that benefit themselves and the people around them. Whereas success is zero-sum in a group of takers, in groups of givers, it may be true that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.
Adam GrantIf we want a better original idea, we must generate our own before we screen others' suggestions.
Adam GrantEvery time we interact with another person at work, we have a choice to make: do we try to claim as much value as we can, or contribute value without worrying about what we receive in return?
Adam GrantFocus attention and energy on making a difference in the lives of others, and success might follow as a by-product.
Adam GrantProcrastinate strategically... Procrastination may be the enemy of productivity but it can be a valuable resource for creativity.
Adam GrantMost people believe that great leaders are distinguished by their ability to give compelling answers. This profound book shatters that assumption, showing that the more vital skill is asking the right questionsโฆ. Berger poses many fascinating questions, including this one: What if companies had mission questions rather than mission statements? This is a book everyone ought to readโwithout question.
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