Adam Grant

5 months ago · 2 minute read

• Psychologist – Best Selling Author

Website

• https://adamgrant.net/ 

Social Media

• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammgrant/ 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdamMGrant/ 
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamMGrant 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamgrant/ 
• Medium: https://medium.com/@AdamMGrant 
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2yY1krHd_ESN5DD9QaSTUA 

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Harvard University 
• M.S. in Organizational Psychology from the University of Michigan
• PhD from the University of Michigan

Adam Grant is renowned for his groundbreaking research and thought-provoking ideas. As an organizational psychologist and professor at Wharton, he explores the science behind motivation, creativity, and human interactions, challenging conventional wisdom.

Born in 1981 in Detroit, Michigan, Grant’s academic journey led him from dreaming of basketball stardom to earning his bachelor’s degree in psychology at Harvard. He quickly completed his master’s and Ph.D. in organizational psychology at the University of Michigan, finishing his doctorate in three years.

At the Wharton School, Grant has been the top-rated professor for seven consecutive years, showcasing his engaging teaching style and deep connection with students. His pioneering research spans motivation, originality, generosity, and prosocial behavior, with numerous articles in academic journals and bestselling books like “Give and Take,” “Originals,” and “Think Again.”

In 2017, Grant started Give and Take, Inc., with University of Michigan professor Wayne Baker and entrepreneur Cheryl Baker. This company created Givitas software, a web-based platform designed to help organizations apply the ideas from his book Give and Take. Grant is also a board member at Lean In Foundation and leads the Creative Advisory Board of EXILE Content.

Grant’s books, translated into over 45 languages, revolutionize our understanding of success, giving, and rethinking outdated beliefs. Beyond writing, he delivers impactful TED Talks, reaching millions and inspiring critical thinking. His podcast, “WorkLife with Adam Grant,” explores the science of work with renowned guests.

More than an academic, Adam Grant is a thought leader actively shaping our understanding of the world. His work encourages generosity, originality, and openness to new ideas, challenging us to think critically in a world that often favors conformity. Grant stands as a beacon of intellectual curiosity, urging us to embrace the power of change.

He has been featured by many famous publications, including Forbes, for his exceptional teachings.

Famous Publications

• Hidden Potential (2023)
• Think Again (2021)
• Give and Take (2013)
• Originals (2016)
• The Gift Inside The Box (2019)
• Leif and The Fall (2020)
• Option B
• Power Moves

Projects

• Give and Take, Inc
• Givitas platform
• Board member at Lean In Foundation 
• Leads the Creative Advisory board of EXILE Content.

Achievements

• Wharton’s top-rated professor for seven consecutive years
• #1 New York Times bestselling author of six books
• Thinkers50 #2 most influential management thinker
• Fortune’s 40 Under 40
• World Economic Forum Young Global Leader
• Class of 1984 Teaching Award (multiple times)
• He is mentioned in multiple extensive publications like Forbes for his exceptional teachings.