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Is quick action or procrastination the secret to success? Why not put everything on one page for the sake of a good idea? Is an enemy really a better ally than a friend? According to popular perception, some people are instinctively creative, while others have less original ideas. Yet creativity, creating a novel and useful concept is only the first step to originality: we must learn to overcome our fears, share our ideas with courage and convince others. Based on the research and interviews of organizational psychologist Adam M. Grant, he provides a practical guide on how to realize our visions and how to be original. His book not only changes our way of thinking, but also inspires us to improve our environment. "We often ask the question: can someone make a difference on their own? And in our bravest moments: can I be that someone? Adam M. Grant's answer is a resounding yes. In his book, he proves that any of us can succeed with ideas that make the world a better place ." Sheryl Sandberg, executive director of Facebook, Throw in yourself! The author of Women in Multiple Roles is Adam M. Grant, author of Giving and Receiving The Hidden Dynamics of Success, the youngest appointed professor at the Wharton School, an award-winning researcher and teacher. In his consulting work, he has worked with companies and organizations such as Google, the NFL, IBM, GlaxoSmithKline, Goldman Sachs, the World Economic Forum, the United Nations, and the US Army and Navy. BusinessWeek named him one of their favorite professors and one of the best economics teachers under 40. He graduated from Harvard and received his doctorate in organizational psychology from the University of Michigan. He is also a former advertising sales executive, Junior Olympic jumper and professional magician.