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This is my third Gladwell book and they have all been fascinating. I know his work has been controversial as his critics say his work is based in 'pop science' and not proven scientific research. I think the point of his work is to foster out of the box perspectives and pose questions and make connections that aren't widely thought of. Gladwell considers that successful people aren't successful simply because of their genius or superiority. Although intelligence, talent and hard working nature a
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While I like the book, and I fully support one of the main premises of the book - hard work matters - I always question books that rely more on what I would call observational rather than empirical evidence. Still, a good book and one that will generate conversation for many years.
Oct 29, 2018
Anne Brown
marked it as to-read
Sep 01, 2024
Sarah
marked it as to-read
