“If you read one book, make it this one.”
The #1 bestselling author of Grit reveals the hidden power of our situations to shape who we are and what we can achieve—and four essential strategies anyone can pursue to create a situation that brings out their best.
I STUDY the personal qualities and situational affordances that support achievement and well-being.
". . . persuasive and fascinating .”
In this instant New York Times bestseller, Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent, but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls “grit.”
Phones in Focus
Phones in Focus is a nonpartisan research initiative that provides evidence-based recommendations for school phone policies that optimally support academic learning, healthy social relationships, and emotional well-being.
Public school educators—including principals, teachers, librarians, and other school personnel—can complete the 5-minute survey at phonesinfocus.org.