Adam Grant
A Better Way to Ask for Advice
Behavioral Scientist, 2023
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When learning a new skill, you might turn to experts. But some mentorship pathways work better than others.
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Albert Einstein was a genius, but he was an appalling teacher. When learning a new discipline, you might be tempted to seek out the advice of the most respected and accomplished experts in your field. But according to organizational psychologist Adam Grant, who draws from the latest behavioral science research into learning and career development, you shouldn’t ask an expert to teach you the fundamentals. Learn why studying under maestros might in fact hinder your learning, and discover how to optimize mentor-mentee relationships while exploring the career pathway that’s best for you.
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About the Author
Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist who focuses on how people lead more creative and generous lives and find meaning and motivation. He is the author of Originals, Give and Take and Think Again, as well as the host of the podcasts Re:Thinking and WorkLife.
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