“One characteristic emerged as a significant predictor of success. And it wasn’t social intelligence, it wasn’t good looks, physical health, and it wasn’t IQ—it was grit. Grit is passion and perseverance for very long term goals. ”
Author Angela Lee Duckworth (Grit)
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