Grit
by Angela Duckworth
Mentioned 2 times across 2 shows · first heard Feb 2026 on Passion Struck with John R. Miles.
The general take
Sam Parr is genuinely enthusiastic about Angela Duckworth's book Grit, citing it frequently on My First Million and highlighting its core insight that success comes from a mix of passion and perseverance. He emphasizes the book's central argument that grit—basically persistence—matters more than IQ for actual success, which he presents as something that's been proven out.
About
In this instant New York Times bestseller, Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent, but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls “grit.” “Inspiration for non-geniuses everywhere” ( People ). The daughter of a scientist who frequently noted her lack of “genius,” Angela Duckworth is now a celebrated researcher and professor. It was her early eye-opening stints in teaching, business consulting, and neuroscience that led to her hypothesis about what really drives success: not genius, but a unique combination of passion and long-term perseverance. In Grit , she takes us into the field to visit cadets struggling through their first days at West Point, teachers working in some of the toughest schools, and young finalists in the National Spelling Bee.
Who said what
Sam Parr👍 Recommends
…discussing how napoleon hill's ideas about persistence align with modern research
“Another thing that he said was this idea of persistence and grit. And he goes through tons and tons of chapters of the importance of persistence and grit. Angela Duckworth, I think we talked about it, has this book called Grit. And it's also been proven that grit is more likely to make you succeed than IQ.”
My First Million — ‘Think and Grow Rich’ Is a Lie. (But The Advice Still Works)at 11:00
John R. Miles👍 Recommends
…discussing Angela Duckworth's book on passion and perseverance in military training
“I think an interview I did with Angela Duckworth really summed it up... And we were talking about the beginning of her book, Grit, and again, a military reference. But she was talking about West Point cadets going through beast barracks and that you had to have passion and perseverance in order to get through.”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles — Liturgies of the Wild and the Ancient Art of Finding Meaning | Dr. Martin Shaw - EP 734at 51:40
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