Adam Grant

#1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Grant illuminates the surprising science behind strong connections A vibe-a special connection between people that creates a spark-is an engine of happiness and success. Yet building meaningful ties is one of the most pressing problems of our time. As social media forces face-to-face interaction behind digital screens, communication gets outsourced to AI, and the world becomes more polarized than ever, our loneliness crisis shows no signs of slowing. To reveal how we can forge faster, stronger, and longer bonds, Grant offers groundbreaking studies, expert insights, and myth-busting stories. Filled with the eye-opening takeaways that have brought millions of readers to his books, Vibe teaches us that similarity is not necessary for solidarity, chemistry doesn't always happen quickly, and closeness doesn't always take time. Along the way, Grant introduces us to a crew of astronauts who learned to trust people they don't like, a comedy troupe that swears by taking time apart as a key to staying together, a band that grew closer by learning to fight more, and a journalist who designed a gathering that led to seventy-eight marriages. He also opens up about his personal struggles to find his place as a shy introvert and the lessons that propelled his transformation into an enthusiastic convener. Through these examples and more, Grant uncovers the keys to creating deeper relationships and tighter communities. Vibe will change how you approach your interactions. No matter how good you are at connecting, you can always get better-and help others get better too.

The Adam Grant: Something to Think About 2027 Day-to-Day Calendar delivers the perfect dose of daily inspiration, blending science, wisdom, and wit to spark reflection and meaningful conversations. More than just a calendar, it’s a tool that helps you pause, reset, and reframe your perspective—whether at work, at home, or in your community. Ideal for parents, managers, mentors, and aspiring leaders, this calendar is also a thoughtful, giftable choice for anyone who values curiosity, compassion, and growth. With Grant’s trademark warmth and expertise, every page encourages you to think differently, communicate more clearly, and connect with others in authentic ways. Features include: No single-use plastic Page size 4.606 x 4.606 Recyclable chipboard easel backer for desk or tabletop display Printed on FSC®-certified paper with soy-based ink Full-color tear-off pages Back of pages are blank for notes or shopping lists Day/Date reference on each page Combined weekend pages Official major world holidays and observances Renowned author, popular professor, and influential organizational psychologist Adam Grant’s uncensored and unvarnished observations and insights

PRAISE FOR ADAM GRANT 'One of my favourite thinkers' MALCOLM GLADWELL 'One of the great social scientists of our time' SUSAN CAIN 'Has a deserved reputation as an original thinker' Financial Times 'We would all be better off if we took Adam Grant's wise counsel seriously' YO-YO MA The ground-breaking social scientist reveals the power of helping others as key to personal success and transforming organisations Everybody knows that hard work, luck and talent each plays a role in our working lives. In his landmark debut, Adam Grant illuminates the importance of a fourth, increasingly critical factor - that the best way to get to the top is to bring others with you. Give and Take changes our fundamental understanding of why we succeed, offering a new model for our relationships with colleagues, clients and competitors. Using his own cutting-edge research as a professor at the Wharton School, as well as success stories from Hollywood to history, Grant shows that nice guys need not finish last. He demonstrates how smart givers avoid becoming doormats, and why this kind of success has the power to transform not just individuals and groups, but entire organisations and communities.

Engage your employees and transform your organization. If you read nothing else on employee engagement, read this book. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you make your employees feel valued, motivated, and ready to do great things. This book will inspire you to: Invest in a culture of cohesive teams Turn employee feedback into action Learn why people quit—and how to retain them Curb burnout by designing better jobs Make HR a champion of employees Create a purpose-driven organization This collection of articles includes "Creating a Purpose-Driven Organization," by Robert E. Quinn and Anjan V. Thakor; "How Customers Can Rally Your Troops," by Adam Grant, "Why Employees Quit," by Ethan Bernstein, Michael B. Horn, and Bob Moesta; "The Power of Hidden Teams," by Marcus Buckingham and Ashley Goodall; "Do You Tell Your Employees You Appreciate Them?" by Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman; "The Case for Good Jobs," by Zeynep Ton; "To Curb Burnout, Design Jobs to Better Match Employees' Needs," by Michael P. Leiter and Christina Maslach; "HR's New Role," by Peter Cappelli and Ranya Nehmeh; "Turn Employee Feedback into Action," by Ethan Burris, Benjamin Thomas, Ketaki Sodhi, and Dawn Klinghoffer; "Beware a Culture of Busyness," by Adam Waytz; "Collaborative Overload," by Rob Cross, Reb Rebele, and Adam Grant; "Designing the Hybrid Office," by Anne-Laure Fayard, John Weeks, and Mahwesh Khan; and "Blue Ocean Leadership," by W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others.

"En inspirerande, väl underbyggd och dessutom mycket välskriven bok." Lektör Gunnar Westling i BJT-häftet nr 20 2024 Vi lever i en värld som är besatt av talang. Överallt hyllas begåvade skolelever, musikaliska underbarn och idrottare som utmärker sig tidigt i livet. Men all denna beundran för människor med medfödda fördelar får oss att missa vad vi själva kan göra för att utvecklas. Vi underskattar hur mycket vi kan lära oss och hur bra vi kan bli. Vi kan alla bli bättre på att bli bättre. Och när inga dörrar står öppna går det faktiskt att bygga en själv. Din dolda potential är en bok som ger nya verktyg åt den som vill höja sina ambitioner och överträffa andras förväntningar. Adam Grant väver samman ny forskning och överraskande insikter med medryckande berättelser som tar läsaren med från klassrummet till styrelserummet, från lekplatsen till OS och från underjorden till yttre rymden. Han visar att förmågan att lära är viktigare än något annat, och att framgång inte beror så mycket på medfödd begåvning som på inlärd karaktär. Grant utforskar hur vi kan bygga upp karaktärsfärdigheter och strukturer som motiverar oss att upptäcka vår dolda potential, och utforma system som skapar möjligheter för människor som har varit underskattade och åsidosatta. Det finns många böcker som berättar om superstjärnor och deras väg till toppen. Den här boken visar hur vi alla kan nå högre höjder. Det som säger mest om din potential är inte hur högt du har nått, utan hur långt du har klättrat för att ta dig dit. Tidigare böcker på svenska: Öppet sinne (2021)

Set ambitious goals—and achieve them. If you read nothing else on high performance, read this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you build on your strengths, assemble a network that supports your development, and achieve extraordinary results. This book will inspire you to: Activate your leadership mindset Cultivate habits to crush your goals Manage your energy and attention Get the feedback you need to continue to grow Share your expertise to help others learn Use strategic thinking to clarify what truly matters This collection of articles includes "The Focused Leader," by Daniel Goleman; "Nine Things Successful People Do Differently," by Heidi Grant; "The Right Way to Form New Habits," an interview with James Clear by Alison Beard; "Use a 10-Minute Diary to Stay on Track," by Teresa M. Amabile and Steven J. Kramer; "How to Play to Your Strengths," by Laura Morgan Roberts, Gretchen M. Spreitzer, Jane E. Dutton, Robert E. Quinn, Emily Heaphy, and Brianna Barker Caza; "Get the Actionable Feedback You Need to Get Promoted," by Sabina Nawaz; "Making Yourself Indispensable," by John H. Zenger, Joseph Folkman, and Scott K. Edinger; "The Art of Asking Smarter Questions," by Arnaud Chevallier, Frédéric Dalsace, and Jean-Louis Barsoux; "A Smarter Way to Network," by Rob Cross and Robert J. Thomas; "Beat Generosity Burnout," by Adam Grant and Reb Rebele; "The Talent Curse," by Jennifer Petriglieri and Gianpiero Petriglieri; "Sleep Well, Lead Better," by Christopher M. Barnes; "Leading in the Flow of Work," by Hitendra Wadhwa; "When Your High Standards Derail Your Success," by Anne Sugar and Karen Walker; and "Use Strategic Thinking to Create the Life You Want," by Rainer Strack, Susanne Dyrchs, and Allison Bailey. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others. This Updated and Expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles, additional short-form pieces, and a detailed discussion guide to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.

Engage your employees and transform your organization. If you read nothing else on employee engagement, read this book. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you make your employees feel valued, motivated, and ready to do great things. This book will inspire you to: Invest in a culture of cohesive teams Turn employee feedback into action Learn why people quit—and how to retain them Curb burnout by designing better jobs Make HR a champion of employees Create a purpose-driven organization This collection of articles includes "Creating a Purpose-Driven Organization," by Robert E. Quinn and Anjan V. Thakor; "How Customers Can Rally Your Troops," by Adam Grant, "Why Employees Quit," by Ethan Bernstein, Michael B. Horn, and Bob Moesta; "The Power of Hidden Teams," by Marcus Buckingham and Ashley Goodall; "Do You Tell Your Employees You Appreciate Them?" by Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman; "The Case for Good Jobs," by Zeynep Ton; "To Curb Burnout, Design Jobs to Better Match Employees' Needs," by Michael P. Leiter and Christina Maslach; "HR's New Role," by Peter Cappelli and Ranya Nehmeh; "Turn Employee Feedback into Action," by Ethan Burris, Benjamin Thomas, Ketaki Sodhi, and Dawn Klinghoffer; "Beware a Culture of Busyness," by Adam Waytz; "Collaborative Overload," by Rob Cross, Reb Rebele, and Adam Grant; "Designing the Hybrid Office," by Anne-Laure Fayard, John Weeks, and Mahwesh Khan; and "Blue Ocean Leadership," by W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others.

Make work meaningful—and unleash your organization's full potential. If you read nothing else on leading with purpose, read this book. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you define, communicate, and fulfill your organization's purpose—and deliver results. This book will inspire you to: Connect the work to the "why" Bring people together in uncertain times Attract—and retain—the right talent Boost engagement, performance, and commitment Achieve mission-driven growth Create value for your business and society This collection of articles includes "Put Purpose at the Core of Your Strategy," by Thomas W. Malnight, Ivy Buche, and Charles Dhanaraj; "What's the Purpose of Your Purpose?," by Jonathan Knowles, B. Tom Hunsaker, Hannah Grove, and Alison James; "Creating a Purpose-Driven Organization," by Robert E. Quinn and Anjan V. Thakor; "How Customers Can Rally Your Troops," by Adam Grant; "The Dual-Purpose Playbook," by Julie Battilana, Anne-Claire Pache, Metin Sengul, and Marissa Kimsey; "The New CEO Activists," by Aaron K. Chatterji and Michael W. Toffel; "Competing on Social Purpose," by Omar Rodriguez-Vila and Sundar Bharadwaj; "The Messy but Essential Pursuit of Purpose," by Ranjay Gulati; "From Purpose to Impact," by Nick Craig and Scott A. Snook; "Creating Shared Value," by Michael E. Porter and Mark R. Kramer; "How to Lead in the Stakeholder Era," by Hubert Joly; and "Use Storytelling to Explain Your Company's Purpose," by John Coleman. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others.

El autor del bestseller Pi nsalo otra vez nos explica c mo sacar el m ximo de nosotros mismos y de los dem s para lograr cosas inimaginables. Este libro comienza con un peque o milagro: en 1991, un grupo de chicos afroamericanos de un conflictivo instituto de Harlem gan al todopoderoso colegio privado Dalton en el Campeonato Nacional de Ajedrez para Alumnos de Secundaria. Detr s de ese xito inesperado se encontraba el joven maestro ajedrecista Maurice Ashley, que demostr dos cosas: que el talento no es innato y que la motivaci n y el desarrollo del car cter son clave para el xito, incluso cuando todo parece estar en contra. El psic logo organizacional Adam Grant est convencido de que querer es poder, pero tambi n es consciente de que, en ocasiones, uno puede perder de vista sus objetivos y venirse abajo ante las adversidades. Es ah cuando entra en juego la educaci n como gran agente revulsivo. Como el propio autor confiesa, si hubiera juzgado mi potencial por mis primeros fracasos, me habr a rendido enseguida. Lo que aprend por el camino me ayud a crear mis propios andamiajes para avanzar en el futuro . A trav s de an cdotas de gran valor testimonial y de su larga experiencia como investigador y docente, Grant apuesta por la importancia de la educaci n del car cter, la motivaci n y la igualdad de oportunidades para formar personas que no s lo logren tener xito, sino que adem s se sientan realizadas. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION The author of the bestseller Think Again explains how to bring out the best in ourselves and others to achieve unimaginable things. This book begins with a small miracle: in 1991, a group of African American students from a troubled Harlem high school defeated the prestigious private Dalton School in the U.S. National High School Chess Championship. Behind this unexpected success was the young chess master Maurice Ashley, who proved two key points: talent is not innate, and motivation and character development are essential for success--even when the odds seem stacked against you. Organizational psychologist Adam Grant firmly believes that determination leads to success, but he also acknowledges that people sometimes lose sight of their goals and feel discouraged by adversity. That is when education becomes a powerful force for change. As Grant himself admits, "Had I judged my potential based on my early failures, I would have given up immediately. What I learned along the way helped me build my own scaffolding to move forward in the future." Through powerful real-life anecdotes and his extensive experience as a researcher and educator, Grant highlights the importance of character education, motivation, and equal opportunities--not only to help people achieve success, but also to ensure they feel fulfilled in the process.

«Testen på en uslepen diamant er ikke om den skinner i utgangspunktet, men hvordan den reagerer på varme eller press.»Ifølge Adam Grant har vi en tendens til å henge oss opp i talent og medfødte evner – vi ser opp til de store stjernene – og glemmer at vi alle kan bli bedre på å forbedre oss. Skjult potensial inneholder nyttige verktøy for å heve egne ambisjoner og forventninger. Grant vever sammen spennende forskning og gode historier – som tar oss fra klasserommet til styrerommet, fra lekeplassen til OL. Fremgang har ikke så mye å gjøre med hvor hardt du jobber, men heller hvor godt du lærer. Vekst handler ikke om genialitet – det handler om ferdigheter du utvikler. I boken lærer du hvordan du kan bli motivert til å nå ditt eget potensial, men også hvordan vi kan skape muligheter for dem som har blitt undervurdert eller oversett. Mange bøker handler om oppskriften bak superstjernenes suksess. Denne beskriver hvordan vi alle kan oppnå noe stort. Det handler ikke om hvor høyt du når, men om hvor langt du har klatret for å komme dit.

Varför lägger vi så mycket tid på att köpa nya kläder och renovera våra hem, men aldrig på att förändra våra idéer och övertygelser? Den här boken är en inspirerande guide till att hålla ditt tänkande fräscht och flexibelt. Med praktiska råd och skarpa insikter lär författaren dig att möta förändring och osäkerhet med ett öppet sinne – och att bli bättre på att förstå både dig själv och världen omkring dig. Det är en bok som kommer att förändra hur du ser på dig själv, dina idéer och dina möjligheter. Det här är en snabbläst version av en internationell bästsäljare. Boken är på svenska även om titeln delvis är på engelska.

#1 New York Times bestseller"This brilliant book will shatter your assumptions about what it takes to improve and succeed. I wish I could go back in time and gift it to my younger self. It would've helped me find a more joyful path to progress."-Serena Williams, 23-time Grand Slam singles tennis championThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again illuminates how we can elevate ourselves and others to unexpected heights. We live in a world that’s obsessed with talent. We celebrate gifted students in school, natural athletes in sports, and child prodigies in music. But admiring people who start out with innate advantages leads us to overlook the distances we ourselves can travel. We can all improve at improving. And when opportunity doesn’t knock, there are ways to build a door. Hidden Potential offers a new framework for raising aspirations and exceeding expectations. Adam Grant weaves together groundbreaking evidence, surprising insights, and vivid story­telling that takes us from the classroom to the boardroom, the playground to the Olympics, and underground to outer space. He shows that progress depends less on how hard you work than how well you learn. Growth is not about the genius you possess – it’s about the character you develop. Grant explores how to build the charac­ter skills and motivational structures to realize our own potential, and how to design systems that create opportunities for those who have been underrated and overlooked. This book reveals how anyone can rise to achieve greater things. The true measure of your potential is not the height of the peak you’ve reached, but how far you’ve climbed to get there.

"En inspirerande, väl underbyggd och dessutom mycket välskriven bok." Lektör Gunnar Westling i BJT-häftet nr 20 2024Vi lever i en värld som är besatt av talang. Överallt hyllas begåvade skolelever, musikaliska underbarn och idrottare som utmärker sig tidigt i livet. Men all denna beundran för människor med medfödda fördelar får oss att missa vad vi själva kan göra för att utvecklas. Vi underskattar hur mycket vi kan lära oss och hur bra vi kan bli. Vi kan alla bli bättre på att bli bättre. Och när inga dörrar står öppna går det faktiskt att bygga en själv. Din dolda potential är en bok som ger nya verktyg åt den som vill höja sina ambitioner och överträffa andras förväntningar. Adam Grant väver samman ny forskning och överraskande insikter med medryckande berättelser som tar läsaren med från klassrummet till styrelserummet, från lekplatsen till OS och från underjorden till yttre rymden. Han visar att förmågan att lära är viktigare än något annat, och att framgång inte beror så mycket på medfödd begåvning som på inlärd karaktär. Grant utforskar hur vi kan bygga upp karaktärsfärdigheter och strukturer som motiverar oss att upptäcka vår dolda potential, och utforma system som skapar möjligheter för människor som har varit underskattade och åsidosatta. Det finns många böcker som berättar om superstjärnor och deras väg till toppen. Den här boken visar hur vi alla kan nå högre höjder. Det som säger mest om din potential är inte hur högt du har nått, utan hur långt du har klättrat för att ta dig dit. Tidigare böcker på svenska: Öppet sinne (2021)

Me elame maailmas, mis üle kõige väärtustab andekust. Kipume kiitma võimekaid koolis, loomulikult osavaid spordis ja imelapsi muusikas. Kui me aga imetleme neid, kellel on algusest peale parem stardipositsioon olnud, vaatame samas mööda edusammudest, milleks me ise võimelised oleme. Alahindame õpitavate oskuste ja teadmiste ulatust ning seda, kui kaugele on võimalik nende toel jõuda. Paremaks saamises võib igaüks paremaks saada. Kui aga sobiv võimalus uksele ei koputa, pangem see uks ise püsti.Organisatsioonipsühholoog Adam Grantist on saanud rahvusvaheline fenomen: tema raamatud, taskuhäälingud ja TED-i kõned on üle maailma inspireerinud miljoneid inimesi nende enesearenguteekonnal. Granti teedrajavad uurimused on paljuski kujundanud seda, kuidas mõtestada taolisi teemasid nagu motivatsioon, heldus, loovus ja potentsiaal.Varem samalt autorilt ilmunud:"Anna ja võta. Miks teiste aitamine meid edukamaks muudab" (2016)"Originaalsus. Kuidas teisitimõtlejad maailma edasi viivad" (2017)"Variant B. Kuidas seista raskustega silmitsi, kasvatada sitkust ja leida rõõmu" (2018)"Järelemõtlemise kunst. Kõhklemise ja eksimise üllatav jõud" (2022)