Image for "Hidden Potential" philosopher note

Hidden Potential

The Science of Achieving Greater Things

by Adam Grant

|Penguin Books©2025·304 pages
Adam Grant is one of THE most respected and popular thinkers/authors/writers in the world. In Hidden Potential, he challenges the common belief that greatness is mostly born rather than made and shows how we can all rise to achieve greater things. Instead of obsessing over natural talent, Grant focuses on the often overlooked skills of character that help us get better at getting better. Along the way, he shows why imperfectionists often outperform perfectionists, how deliberate play can transform the daily grind of practice, why progress sometimes requires backing up before moving forward, and how we can redefine success around growth and character rather than status and accolades. Big Ideas we explore include Skills of Character, The Imperfectionists, Deliberate Play, Backing Up to Move Forward, and Redefine Success.

Unlock this Philosopher's Note

Create your account to get more wisdom in less time. Personal development made simple so you can flourish in energy, work, and love. Today.

Sign Up Today

About the author

Adam Grant
Author

Adam Grant

Wharton professor, author and New York Times writer on work and psychology.
AI Coach chat bubble
Hidden Potential by Adam Grant | Philosopher’s Note | Heroic