The Success Myth

Heidi Grant Halvorson:

Quick: Think of a successful person. Someone who is really good at what they do.

Now, in a word or phrase, tell me why that person has been so successful. What makes them so good?

Obviously, I can't hear your answer. But I'd be willing to wager that it had something to do with innate ability.

"He's so brilliant."

"She's a genius."

"He's a natural leader."

These are the kinds of answers people -- particularly Americans -- tend to give when you ask them why certain individuals have enjoyed so much success.

Posted by Jim Zellmer at August 1, 2012 2:18 AM
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