Adam Grant
Organizational psychologist | Bestselling author exploring motivation, generosity, and human potential
Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist at the Wharton School and bestselling author who explores the science of motivation, generosity, rethinking, and potential.
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Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist at the Wharton School and bestselling author who explores the science of motivation, generosity, rethinking, and potential. Through his research and speaking, he examines the psychology behind human behavior in the workplace and beyond, investigating everything from what drives original thinking to the dynamics of giving and taking in professional relationships.
Grant's work spans critical areas of human psychology, including the real drivers behind procrastination, the concept of "languishing" and how to move toward flow states, and the importance of rethinking our assumptions. His speaking engagements at major venues like TED2016, TED@IBM 2016, and TEDMonterey 2021 demonstrate his ability to translate complex psychological research into actionable insights for diverse audiences, helping people understand the surprising patterns that govern creativity, motivation, and success.
- The psychology of procrastination and overcoming delay tactics
- Identifying and developing original thinking patterns
- Understanding giver vs. taker dynamics in workplace relationships
- Moving from languishing to flow states for peak performance
- The science of rethinking and challenging assumptions
Rewriting your story with Allison Sweet Grant | ReThinking
The case against personal branding | WorkLife
How to stop languishing and start finding flow
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How to stop languishing and start finding flow
What frogs in hot water can teach us about thinking again
What frogs in hot water can teach us about thinking again
The real reason you procrastinate
The real reason you procrastinate
The Daily Show's secret to creativity
Are you a giver or a taker?
The surprising habits of original thinkers
Rebuilding Workplace Culture
Rethinking Leadership Assumptions
Adam Grant at C2 Montreal 2023
Adam Grant at Brilliant Minds 2023
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