Hidden Habits of Genius: Beyond Talent, IQ, and Grit-Unlocking the Secrets of Greatness

In "The Hidden Habits of Genius," Professor Craig Wright explores the 14 key traits of genius, such as curiosity, creative maladjustment, and obsession, and reveals what we can learn from brilliant minds that have changed the world. He argues that genius is about more than intellect and work ethic and that the famed "eureka" moment is a Hollywood fiction. By embracing the hidden habits of these transformative individuals, we can become more strategic, creative, and successful and ultimately happier.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 336 pages
\n Publication date: 14 October 2021
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
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“An extraordinarily captivating book on the forces that ignite originality across domains.” —Adam Grant

Professor Craig Wright, the visionary behind Yale University's renowned "Genius Course," delves into the captivating realm of the 14 key traits of genius, encompassing curiosity, creative maladjustment, and obsession. Through his profound exploration, Wright uncovers invaluable insights into the lives of iconic figures such as Einstein, Beethoven, Picasso, Jobs, and many others.

While the term "genius" conjures up images of these cultural giants, it's important to note that their achievements were not without their quirks. Beethoven struggled with multiplication, Picasso struggled with basic math, and Jobs left high school with a less-than-stellar GPA. These anomalies challenge our conventional metrics for measuring success and achievement.

In his groundbreaking book, "The Hidden Habits of Genius," Professor Wright delves deeper into these questions and unravels the intricate nature of the term "genius." He explores why we teach children to conform to rules and play by the book, despite the unconventional paths taken by transformative geniuses throughout Western culture. Wright identifies more than a dozen drivers of genius, characteristics and patterns of behavior common to great minds throughout history.

He argues that genius is not solely defined by intellect and work ethic but is a multifaceted phenomenon that encompasses unique modes of thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. The famed "eureka" moment, often portrayed as a sudden flash of brilliance, is a Hollywood fiction, according to Wright. Brilliant insights that change the world are the result of a gradual accumulation of knowledge, experimentation, and perseverance.

Through his captivating storytelling and insightful analysis, Professor Wright invites readers to reevaluate our perceptions of genius and unlock the potential within themselves. "The Hidden Habits of Genius" is a must-read for anyone seeking to ignite their own creativity, challenge conventional norms, and make a lasting impact on the world.

\n Weight: 252g\n
Dimension: 134 x 203 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780062892737\n \n