Angela Duckworth

Angela Duckworth, PhD is a psychology professor at the University of Pennsylvania and a 2013 MacArthur Fellow.

Her research focuses on non-IQ competencies, and she has advised various organizations including the World Bank and NFL teams.

Duckworth's background includes teaching math and science to children and founding a summer school for low-income students.

She holds degrees from Harvard, Oxford, and the University of Pennsylvania.

Duckworth is the founder of Character Lab, a nonprofit aimed at advancing scientific insights to help children thrive.

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance is her debut book, which explores the concept of grit in achieving success.