Angela Duckworth — Situated - with Daniel Pink

In Angela Duckworth’s first book, she showed that a common denominator of successful strivers is a blend of passion and perseverance she dubbed “grit.” This second book springs from her deepening realization that grit, while necessary, is sometimes not sufficient. How you situate yourself to meet a challenge can be crucial.

Duckworth’s in-depth research reveals the enormous influence wielded by the objects within arm’s reach, your peers and mentors, and even your zip code. Though you’re often told to make the best of your situation, it is far, far better to make your situation better first.

Duckworth will be in conversation with Daniel Pink. Pink is the author of seven bestselling nonfiction books, including the #1 New York Times bestsellers, Drive and To Sell is Human. His books have been translated into 46 languages and have sold more than 5 million copies around the world. Pink is also a playwright, with two plays — Fielder’s Choice and Julia C — now in development.