Malcolm Gladwell
What’s inside
Outliers unravels the logic behind why some people become successful, and others do not. It focuses on individuals who achieve a level of success – in math, sports, law, or any pursuit, really – that goes beyond the norm. They are the outliers. The book argues that success is intricately linked to the time and place of one’s birth and upbringing, and that successful people have had opportunities that have allowed them to work hard and succeed.
You’ll Learn
- Understand the factors influencing success
- Examine your own potential for success
- Develop a broader perspective on success
- Learn about the circumstances that can lead to outlier success
Key Points
- Success is not just about innate ability
- The significance of the 10,000-Hour Rule
- The factor of cultural legacy
- The role of personal circumstances and cultural heritage
- The importance of being born at the right time
- The role of upbringing in success
- The hidden advantages and disadvantages in every story of success
Who’s it For
- Psychology enthusiasts
- Students
- Entrepreneurs
- People seeking success in their fields
About the author
Malcolm Gladwell is an English-born Canadian journalist, author, and public speaker. He’s renowned for his ability to reinterpret complex research and use it to explore and explain social sciences. His books often deal with the unexpected implications of research in the social sciences.