Situated

In Duckworth's first book, she showed that a common denominator of successful strivers is a blend of passion and perseverance she dubbed 'grit.' This second book springs from her realization that grit, while necessary, is sometimes not sufficient. How you situate yourself to meet a challenge can be crucial. Duckworth's in-depth research reveals the enormous influence wielded by the objects within arm's reach, your peers and mentors, and even your zip code.