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Evidence that Practice and Greatness are related

Practice leads to greatness. Nothing can be more evident than the examples that Adam Grant has provided in his book Originals.

In his book the author argues that greatness can only be achieved when we do a high volume of work. Only a small fraction of the work would eventually be considered great.

As you can see all these great personalities produced a huge volume of work out of which only a small fraction is remembered by many.

The big lesson we derive from this is continuous practice will refine our art.

Difference between Creativity and Art

True artists who are successful in life and have taken the journey from creativity to art know the difference between the two.

Creativity alone without rigorous practice is impossible to produce art that can stand the test of time.

In his book Originals the author Adam Grant enlightens us on the difference between creativity and true art.

As you can see making mistakes and failing is the foundation to creating ageless art.

For another insightful post from Adam Grant’s book Give and Take, please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/when-to-give-or-take/

What is the true definition of Originality?

For true originality remember this tip inspired from Adam Grant’s book Originals.

To be original we do not necessarily have to be first movers. There are times when being a first mover can land us in trouble.

This is why Adam Grant argues that most of the truly originals who are known for path breaking work are cautiously optimistic.

The below insight sums it all and enlightens us on the true definition of the term.

For another wonderful insight from one such Adam Grant book please visit the following link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/best-definition-of-true-friend/

Who is a TRUE FRIEND?

Each time I search for the best definition of a true friend, I am reminded of a wonderful insight shared by Adam Grant in his best selling book Originals.

A true friend is indeed one who has our back and stays with us through our thick and think.

Such a person encourages us and sees more potential in us than we see ourselves, inspires us to stretch ourselves to reach our full potential.

Most important we become better version of ourselves in their company.

Highlighted below is the definition inspired from Adam Grant’s Originals.

Our lives would never be fulfilling without having true friends as mentioned by Simon Sinek. Listen to this video.

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