The School of Greatness 1066 Positively Influence Others, Increase Mental Flexibility & Diversify Your Identity w/Adam Grant
Feb 1, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Adam Grant, an influential organizational psychologist and bestselling author, shares his insights on the importance of positively influencing others and embracing diverse perspectives. He emphasizes mental flexibility in personal growth and strategies for navigating identity and self-doubt. Grant explores the transformative power of open dialogue and curiosity, warning against identity foreclosure while encouraging multifaceted identities. He also highlights techniques like motivational interviewing to foster collaboration and deepen connections, making for a thought-provoking conversation.
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Subtract Before Adding
- Subtract existing tasks before adding new ones, to avoid overload.
- Prioritize finishing current commitments to create space for new opportunities.
Multiple Identities
- Multiple identities offer resilience by providing alternative sources of self-worth.
- They can also spark creativity through the tension and integration of different roles.
Embracing New Identities
- Adam Grant overcame stage fright by letting go of his self-conscious identity.
- He embraced the "inner magician" identity, focusing on surprise and misdirection.
