Adam Grant – Give and Take
Summary: „Give and Take“ by Adam Grant explores how our approach to interactions with others – whether we’re givers, takers, or matchers – fundamentally shapes our success and effectiveness. Grant identifies three reciprocity styles: givers who contribute to others without expecting anything in return, takers who try to get as much as possible from others, and matchers who aim to give and take equally. Through extensive research, he reveals the surprising finding that givers are found at both the bottom and top of success metrics – some givers burn out from being exploited, while others achieve extraordinary success by building strong networks and reputations. The key difference lies in how givers protect themselves from takers while still maintaining their generous nature, such as being „disagreeable givers“ who are tough on standards but generous with help. Grant ultimately argues that creating more giving cultures in organizations and society benefits everyone, as generosity can be both personally fulfilling and strategically advantageous when practiced wisely.
Why we like it: We personal believe that giving is much more fulfilling than taking if you follow some crucial rules. This is proven by Adam Grant in an impressive way.