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The Power of Passion and Perseverance

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Overview

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There's a common misconception that artists have a monopoly on creativity...But the very act of making waves - no matter the career - is a creative one. The Chase Jarvis Live Show is an exploration of creativity, self-discovery, entrepreneurship, hard-earned lessons, and so much more. Chase sits down with the world's top creators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders and unpacks actionable, valuable insights to help you live your dreams in career, hobby, and life.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

You might know my next guest from her bestselling book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. It has sold millions of copies and stayed on the bestseller lists for hundreds of weeks.

If you’re not familiar with her work, Angela is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the founder and CEO of Character Lab, a nonprofit whose mission is to advance scientific insights that help children thrive. Her TED talk is among the most-viewed of all time.

If you’re a note taker of these episodes, get ready. Angela drops so much gold. Some of the topics we cover:

  • how passion and perseverance are key components of grit
  • how to uncover what your area of passion
  • the benefits of sampling before you specialize.
  • and so much more...

Syllabus

  • The Power of Passion and Perseverance with Angela Duckworth

Taught by

Angela Duckworth and Chase Jarvis

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