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Angela Duckworth Ph.D.

About

Angela Duckworth, Ph.D., is a co-founder of Character Lab, a nonprofit whose mission is to advance scientific insights that help kids thrive. She is also a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to her career in research, she was a math and science teacher in the public schools of New York City, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. Angela’s TED Talk is among the most-viewed of all time and her book, Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, was a #1 New York Times bestseller.

Recent Posts
Invest in Connection With Your Teen
Beneath all the bravado, your teen really does need you. Don't believe your adolescent wants to be left alone all the time. Let your teen know you want to stay connected.
The Fewer Requests the Better
Asking people to do a lot of tasks can result in them doing fewer in total. Being selective in what you ask for can accomplish more in the long run.
Nothing to Hide

If students don’t feel comfortable voicing their questions in school, they will miss opportunities to learn from others—the very opportunities that can make them brilliant.

If students don’t feel comfortable voicing their questions in school, they will miss opportunities to learn from others—the very opportunities that can make them brilliant.

Why You Should Embrace "Good Enough"

Perfectionistic people strive really hard, but they’re no more likely to be successful.

Perfectionistic people strive really hard, but they’re no more likely to be successful.

Why Kids Need "Intelligent Failure"

Intelligent failures happen when you try something new in pursuit of a worthy goal. Without experiencing a healthy dose, children might develop a habit of avoiding risk.

Intelligent failures happen when you try something new in pursuit of a worthy goal. Without experiencing a healthy dose, children might develop a habit of avoiding risk.

Style and Substance in the Classroom

Basic classroom supplies still matter, but they can only help so much. Supporting what educators want—not just what they need—can make all the difference.

Basic classroom supplies still matter, but they can only help so much. Supporting what educators want—not just what they need—can make all the difference.

Keep Thinking

Need some creativity? Be persistent. The best ideas are likely just around the corner.

Need some creativity? Be persistent. The best ideas are likely just around the corner.