Synopsis
'A goldmine of actionable ideas and useful advice' – James Clear, bestselling author of Atomic Habits
What distinguishes the truly exceptional from the merely great?
Founder of The Profile, Polina Marinova Pompliano has interviewed and studied thousands of the most successful and interesting people in the world, examining how they reason their way through problems, unleash their creativity, and perform under extreme pressure.
The highest performers don't use tricks or hacks to achieve greatness. They use mental frameworks that fundamentally change the way they see the world and they've learned how to unlock their hidden genius in order to reach their full potential.
Hidden Genius will help you do the same. Drawing on insights from leaders across business and industry, Pompliano reveals the psychology behind effective leadership, a strong mindset, and impactful decision making. After learning from the world's most successful people, you will have a mental toolkit to help you tackle thorny problems, navigate relationships, and use creativity and resilience in times of uncertainty.
Whether you're seeking motivation and discipline or strategies to solve problems with confidence, these powerful lessons will transform how you approach challenges and achieve success.
'Brilliant . . . bursting with knowledge' – Morgan Housel, bestselling author of The Psychology of Money
Details
About the author
Polina Marinova Pompliano is the founder of The Profile, a modern media company devoted to the art of the longform profile. Each week, she dissects the lives, decisions, and inner wiring of the world’s most successful founders, investors, athletes, and cultural leaders.Previously, she spent five years at Fortune, where she wrote more than 1,300 articles and became a trusted voice among prominent investors and entrepreneurs. As the author and editor of Term Sheet, the magazine’s industry-defining dealmaking newsletter, she interviewed some of the most influential power players in business, including Melinda Gates, Richard Branson, Chamath Palihapitiya, and Alexis Ohanian.
Today, her work reaches millions of readers who turn to The Profile for ambitious storytelling about ambition itself.
Reviews
“This book is set apart from others that profile leaders. Polina gets to the heart, mind, practices, and practical lessons that drive the most successful people. She covers both the emotional and intellectual journey of a wide diversity of leaders and fields, making these profiles and lessons relevant to a broad group of readers.”Kat Cole, President and COO of Athletic Greens
“In her new book, Polina Pompliano weaves a wonderful tapestry of how to become more creative and imaginative using the stories of incredible people who exemplify and bring to life Polina’s collection of ‘bits of genius.’ She offers you actionable ideas to jumpstart your ideas and flourish in the Creator Economy. A highly entertaining and useful book, I strongly recommend it.”James P. O’Shaughnessy, Founder of O'Shaughnessy Ventures LLC
“A goldmine of actionable ideas and useful advice from top performers in all fields. Hidden Genius offers inspiration for anyone interested in unlocking their full potential.”James Clear, author of the #1 bestseller Atomic Habits
“A brilliant look at what truly sets successful people apart, bursting with knowledge and so much fun to read. Polina is a master storyteller.”Morgan Housel, author of the #1 bestseller The Psychology of Money
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