Quotes

Emotional Intelligence 2.0, Page 181

The more you show interest in and learn about the other person, the better shot you have at meeting his or her needs and not misinterpreting them.

Talent is Overrated, Page 181

When it comes to tasks that are part of their domain of expertise, great performers can keep performing at a high level even after their skills outside their domain have deteriorated.

Grit, Page 181

…in both younger children and older adults… I’ve found that growth mindset and grit go together.

The Power of Regret, Page 181

Looking backward can move us forward, but only if we do it right.

Good Boss, Bad Boss, Page 181

The best bosses don’t delay or duck difficult deeds.

Winners Never Cheat, Page 181

There is no source of true happiness more complete than an act of charity. It is what life is all about.

The Progress Principle, Page 181

Because negative events pack a stronger punch than positive ones, a hostile organizational climate will have its way in the end.

Reality is Broken, Page 181

Community games have important benefits to our real lives. They may lead us to new interests – public spaces or public instructions we discover we care about more than we’d thought…

Emotional Agility, Page 182

Grit… passion and sustained persistence in trying to achieve a goal over the long haul, with no particular concern for rewards or recognition along the way.

Talent is Overrated, Page 182

…well-designed practice, pursued for enough time, enables a person to circumvent the limitations… and circumventing limitations is the key to high performance at an advanced age.