Adam Grant, Wharton professor and New York times writer on work and psychology joins us share counterintuitive lessons on non-conformity from his new book, OriginalsHighlightsGetting comfortable with ideas that people may not agree withPaying attention to the moments that mesmerize usDeveloping confidence in yourself as a learner Breaking conformist behavioral patterns in the education systemSystem justification theory and how it impacts our decisions Instructor driven vs student lead learning A key to overcoming the fear of failure QuotesI think people have the relationship with confidence and success backwards. Confidence is won through success. I almost think at this point conformity is the new originalityWe’ve known for decades that the best way to learn something is to teach itQuantity is the best path to originality BooksOriginals: How Nonconformists Move the WorldGive and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to SuccessSponsorsHostgatorHostgator is offering 30% off all hosting packages for Unmistakable Creative listeners. Visit hostgator.com/creative and use the promo code creative for 30% of all hosting packages TruecarTruecar users save an average $3221 off MSRP. Over two million cars have been sold using through the Truecar certified dealer network. Visit Truecar.com or download the Truecar app. Adam Grant is Wharton’s top-rated professor and a New York Times writer on work and psychology. He has been recognized as one of the world's 25 most influential management thinkers, HR’s most influential international thinkers, the world’s 40 best business professors under 40, and Malcolm Gladwell’s favorite thinkers. Previously, he was a record-setting advertising director, a junior Olympic springboard diver, and a professional magician.