Hidden Potential

The Science of Achieving Greater Things

by Adam Grant

Hidden Potential by Adam Grant argues that talent is less fixed than many people assume, and that growth comes from character, learning habits and well-designed systems. It describes character as the ability to act on chosen values rather than on instinct, and presents practical ideas such as welcoming discomfort, actively using feedback, and aiming for a workable level of perfection. It also covers ways to sustain motivation through balanced passion, playful practice and temporary support structures, and it considers how schools and organizations can recognize promise in people who do not look like obvious stars. The book suits individuals who want to build skills over time, and leaders who want to find capable people in unexpected places.