Adam Grant Picks 12 Books to Kick Off 2021

Adam Grant Picks 12 Books to Kick Off 2021
No more doomscrolling. Read these books instead.
Adam Grant
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Jan 26, 2021
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Looking back on 2020, I wish I’d spent half my doomscrolling time reading books instead. And by half, I mean pretty much all. I would’ve been happier — and learned more. There’s no substitute for the deep engagement and insight that comes from being immersed in another person’s stories and ideas.
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Wharton professor. Author: ORIGINALS & GIVE AND TAKE. NYT writer: work & psychology. Ex-diver. Arguing like I'm right, listening like I'm wrong
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