Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World

Unleash hidden creativity to revolutionize your life and work

Adam M. Grant

2016

8 Key Insights

About This Book

Imagine having the courage to speak up, the wisdom to rethink assumptions, and the strategy to turn bold ideas into real impact. This transformative guide offers groundbreaking insights and practical tools to challenge convention, spark creativity, and build cultures that welcome original thinking. You’ll uncover why procrastination can supercharge innovation, how to pick the perfect moment to act, and the secret to persuading allies—even skeptics—to join your vision. Packed with surprising studies, inspiring stories, and step-by-step advice, this book will equip you to navigate risk, champion change, and bring your most daring ideas to life.

About the Author

Adam Grant is a top-rated professor at Wharton, one of the world’s most influential organizational psychologists, and a former Junior Olympic springboard diver. His research on creativity, generosity, and innovation has shaped leadership practices at Google, Facebook, Pixar, and the NBA. A New York Times bestselling author and contributor to the New York Times Opinion pages, he has been named one of Fast Company’s 100 most creative people in business. His award-winning TED talk on original thinkers has been viewed millions of times.

Biggest Takeaway

• Develop the mental agility to unlearn old habits and embrace fresh possibilities.• Master the art of timing—when to act boldly and when to wait for the perfect moment.• Learn to recognize and refine original ideas while avoiding false positives and negatives.• Acquire proven techniques to rally supporters, build coalitions, and turn dissent into constructive debate.• Cultivate a commitment culture that celebrates diversity of thought and keeps groupthink at bay.

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