10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People
Mentioned once across 1 show · first heard May 2026 on My First Million.
The general take
Joe Liemandt is a fan of "10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People" by Dr. Yeager, calling it a book every parent should read. He credits Yeager's research with informing how their mentorship program works, specifically the idea of combining high standards with high support.
About
NATIONAL BESTSELLER Acclaimed developmental psychologist David Yeager reveals the new science of motivating young people ages ten through twenty-five in this groundbreaking book that is a must-read for managers, parents, educators, coaches, and mentors everywhere. “Ambitious and revelatory... 10 to 25 offers baffled adults new approaches—and possibly new hope—during some of their families’ most difficult years.” — The Wall Street Journal “Required reading for anyone who aspires to be a wise influence on the young people they care about.” —Angela Duckworth “One of the most fascinating and important books of the past decade...It will change millions of lives.” —Carol Dweck “This engaging, data-driven book is filled with practical insights.”
Who said what
Joe Liemandt👍 Recommends
…explaining the development framework and psychology behind Alpha's mentoring approach
“And then, you know, on the school side now there's this, there's a professor, Dr. Yeager, who's written a great book that every parent should read, which is called 10 to 25, the science of motivating your kid from age 10 to 25. He's the one who actually developed our child development side and how our adults, our guides work, which is mentor mindset, high standards, high support.”
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