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Why do we put so much emphasis on talent rather than our effort? \\xa0In the book Grit:The Power of Passion and Perseverance\\xa0author, Angela Duckworth helps us understand that EFFORT counts twice as much as talent when trying to achieveing a goal.
Talent X Effort = Skill
Skill X Effort = Achievement
Gu Energy Labs\' VP of innovation and R&D, Magda Boulet
and East Coast Executive Producer, Andy Jones-Wilkins
join The Nation to discuss Grit.
Take the Grit Test\\xa0to see where you are on the grit scale
Visit Angela Duckworth\'s web site on Grit
Check out Don\'t Dilemma at mile 144 of the Moab 240-mile race: VIDEO
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