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About the book
If you're looking for a book that challenges conventional wisdom and inspires a fresh perspective on success, "Give and Take" by Adam Grant is a must-read. This insightful work delves into the dynamics of interpersonal interactions, emphasizing how our approach to giving and taking can profoundly impact our personal and professional lives. Grant categorizes people into three groups: givers, takers, and matchers, and illustrates how adopting a giving mindset can lead to greater success and fulfillment. Through compelling stories and research, he reveals that those who contribute to others often reap the most rewards, both in terms of relationships and career advancement. Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone interested in personal growth, this book offers actionable insights that can transform how you interact with the world.The book has been recommended by a diverse group of influential figures, including actors, educators, entrepreneurs, and scientists. Notable personalities like Rolf Potts, Kal Penn, and Simon Sinek have endorsed it, reflecting its appeal across various fields. This blend of recommendations from leaders in entertainment, education, and business underscores the book's broad relevance. As these individuals navigate their respective industries, they recognize the importance of collaboration and generosity, making "Give and Take" a resonant read for anyone looking to enhance their impact and relationships in any field.
A groundbreaking look at why our interactions with others hold the key to success, from the bestselling author of Originals.
For generations, we have focused on the individual drivers of success: passion, hard work, talent, and luck. But in today’s dramatically reconfigured world, success is increasingly dependent on how we interact with others. In Give and Take, Adam Grant, an award-winning researcher and Wharton’s highest-rated professor, examines the surprising forces that shape why some people rise to the top of the success ladder while others sink to the bottom. Praised by social scientists, business theorists, and corporate leaders, Give and Take opens up an approach to work, interactions, and productivity that is nothing short of revolutionary.
People recommending Give and Take
What readers say about ‘Give and Take’
Daniel Pink on Give and Take
"Will shatter your assumptions about how the world works and keep your brain firing for weeks after you’ve turned the last page."
Michael Mauboussin on Give and Take
"Terrific."
Gretchen Rubin on Give and Take
"Offers extraordinarily thought-provoking—and often surprising—conclusions about how our interactions with others drive our success and happiness."
David Heinemeier Hansson on Give and Take
"I almost gave up on the book immediately, but then I'd find a sentence that perked my interest, then read a little more."
Changpeng Zhao on Give and Take
"Good read. Givers, fake givers, matchers and takers. Why givers win."
Chip Conley on Give and Take
"This book holds the key to a more satisfied and productive workplace, better customer relationships, and higher profits."
Krista Tippett on Give and Take
"Givers in the workplace change everybody."
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