Grit (Great Resilience in Time) is a key factor in achieving
success and overcoming obstacles. It is the ability to persevere and
maintain a long-term goal despite setbacks and challenges. In this
workbook, we will explore the concept of grit and how it can be
developed in leaders. We will use Dr. India White’s TEDx talk “The
Power of Grit” and her dissertation on “Understanding the persistence
of Take Stock in Children scholarship recipients” as resources for our
discussion.
Further, we will use Dr. White’s framework throughout
reflection to remain accountable for increasing leaders’ grit levels
throughout their career. As the year progresses, you will have the
opportunity to engage with leaders in a way that will help you
understand their comprehension of grit in general and where they
are cultivating grit. Then, you will be able to use this workbook as a
resource to harness grit in your leaders as they persist towards career
goals.
If possible, feel free to use data from various assessments,
projects, professional development assignments and conversations
from your leaders to gauge their grit levels and their instructional
performance. Then, throughout the year, refer back to these tools and
have moments of introspection so you can know how you’ve been
successful at cultivating grit in each entrepreneur!