The #1 Quality for Success in Life: Lessons from Angela Duckworth's Grit
Description
Looking to reach success in business and life? What’s the #1 quality that makes people successful? That’s what we answer in today’s episode as we cover:
- What it takes to reach your long-term goals
- How you can develop that #1 quality to reach success
- How you help grow that quality in those you care about
Links & Resources mentioned on this podcast, show notes & transcript can all be found at:
https://livefitignitechange.com/grit
Episode timestamps:
[2:10 ] The #1 quality that makes people successful in life
[3:39 ] The value of a growth mindset
[4:26 ] Key takeaway from Angela Duckworth’s TED Talk
[5:46 ] The meaning of grit & why it's important
[8:09 ] “Grit is living life as a marathon, not a sprint.”
[8:34 ] The 20 mile march concept from expeditions to the south pole
[09:42 ] Which is more important? Effort or talent
[11:16 ] How can you improve your grit?
[13:47 ] Tools to use to help attain long term goals
[16:26 ] Four ways to direct focus grow grit
[17:30 ] Defining your ultimate concern, or top-level goal
[20:08 ] Achievements require sacrifice
[21:38 ] Instilling grit in others (children, teammates, etc.)
[25:07 ] Action steps to take to improve grit
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