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Can Slowing Down Help You Be More Creative?
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Part 2 of the TED Radio Hour episode Slowing Down
About Adam Grant's TED Talk
Despite being a self-described 'pre-crastinator, psychologist Adam Grant says those who slow down — even procrastinate — tend to be more creative, original thinkers.
About Adam Grant
Adam Grant is a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is also a New York Times writer on work and psychology. Previously, he was a record-setting advertising director, a junior Olympic springboard diver, and a professional magician. Grant is the author of Originals, which explores how individuals champion new ideas.
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