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Hidden Potential: Adam Grant with Maria Sharapova

Thursday, November 16, 2023, 07:30pm

UCSB Arts & Lectures

Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things

“One of my favorite thinkers.” – Malcolm Gladwell

“Smart and challenging in the best way.” – Brené Brown

Are grit and perseverance enough to succeed? Or does someone need to give you a chance? In this paradigm-shifting talk, organizational psychologist and Penn Wharton School of Business professor Adam Grant explores why some people are overlooked despite their talents, and how that can begin to change. A leading expert on how we can find motivation and meaning, rethink assumptions and live more generous and creative lives, Grant is the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Originals. His forthcoming book Hidden Potential, due out in October, demonstrates how we can guide others and mold ourselves to surpass our supposed limits. Ticket purchase includes a copy of Grant’s new book, Hidden Potential (pick up at event)

In this paradigm-shifting talk, organizational psychologist Adam Grant – author of Originals, Think Again and Hidden Potential – explores why some people are overlooked despite their talents and offers a new framework for raising aspirations and exceeding expectations.

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