Developing Grit: Strategies for Success in Work and Life

Developing Grit: Strategies for Success in Work and Life - Grit is mental toughness—the ability to persevere in pursuit of difficult long-term goals. It is strongly associated with success in both personal and professional life. Grit involves several key elements, including having passion and purpose, building productive habits, and coping with unpleasant emotions such as fear, discouragement, or embarrassment. This course examines the nature of grit and identifies specific strategies for developing it.