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Summer Book Club: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth

  • Thursday, June 04, 2026
  • Thursday, August 06, 2026
  • 4 sessions
  • Thursday, June 04, 2026, 12:00 PM 1:00 PM (MDT)
  • Thursday, June 25, 2026, 12:00 PM 1:00 PM (MDT)
  • Thursday, July 16, 2026, 12:00 PM 1:00 PM (MDT)
  • Thursday, August 06, 2026, 12:00 PM 1:00 PM (MDT)
  • Virtual via Zoom

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Join us for an engaging four-part book club series:

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseveranceby Angela Duckworth argues that grit—a combination of passion and long-term perseverance—is a better predictor of success than talent or IQ. Drawing on her research and personal experiences, Duckworth shows how grit can be developed through deliberate practice, resilience, and a "Hard Thing Rule," using examples from West Point cadets to National Spelling Bee finalists. The book suggests that sustained effort and a marathon-like mindset are key to achieving long-term goals, offering insights for parents, educators, and individuals. 

Reading cadence

Session 1: JUN 4 - What is Grit, Really? Introduction +Chapters 1-3

Session 2: JUN 25 - Passion - Where Grit Begins: Chapters 4-6

Session 3: JUL 16 - Perseverance - The Grind Side of Grit: Chapters 7-9

Session 4: AUG 6 - Grit in the Real World: Chapter 10-Conclusion

ATD RMC Members who attend at least three of the four scheduled discussions will be eligible to have the cost of the book reimbursed to them (up to $10).

We encourage participants to explore a variety of options when securing this book to read. As an older selection, it is possible to find gently used versions of this selection at a significant discount.

Participants will receive the zoom link(s) after registering.

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Discussion Facilitator: Debbie Price

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