
Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things

The most meaningful form of performance is progress. The ultimate mark of potential is not the height of the peak you’ve reached, but the distance you’ve traveled—and helped others travel.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Taking time off helps to sustain harmonious passion, unlock fresh ideas, and deepen learning. Relaxing is not a waste of time; it’s an investment in well-being.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
People judge your potential from your best moments, not your worst. What if you gave yourself the same grace?
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
elevate people who put the mission above their ego—and prioritize team cohesion over personal glory.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Before you release something into the world, assess whether it represents you well. If this was the only work people saw of yours, would you be proud of it?
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Comfort in learning is a paradox. You can’t become truly comfortable with a skill until you’ve practiced it enough to master it. But practicing it before you master it is uncomfortable, so you often avoid it.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
When you’re doubting your ability to overcome an obstacle, instead of seeking advice, try giving advice.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Did you make yourself better today? Did you make someone else better today? If the answer to either question is yes, it was a good day.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Reading and writing are usually best for critical thinking. Listening is ideal for understanding emotions, and doing is better for remembering information.