«Summary of Originals» by Instaread

Summary of Originals by Adam Grant | Includes Analysis


 


Preview:


Originals provides an insightful window into the most innovative and creative


minds that society has ever known. By investigating the reasons why some


entrepreneurs were able to effectively transmit an idea or develop a product with


mainstream acceptance while others were not, Adam Grant illuminates the ways in


which even the most risk-averse can try to become what he calls “originals” in


their own right.


Originals are made—often self-made—and not born. These innovators make


themselves different from others. Originals are not the thrill-seeking, gambling


types. Although creative and risk-taking, they do not actively expose their


innovations and creations to danger. They do not stand on the novelty of an idea


alone: Originals seek feedback from a variety of sources and actively encourage


dissent to further hone their creative argument…


 


PLEASE NOTE: This is summary and analysis of the book and NOT the original book.


 


Inside this Instaread Summary of Originals:


Overview of the book


Important People


Key Takeaways


Analysis of Key Takeaways


 


About the Author


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