Name: A debate with Malcolm Gladwell
Uploaded: 2018-06-11T15:35:17Z
Duration: 54 min 9 s
Description: In a special live taping at the 92nd Street Y in New York, Adam talks with Revisionist History's Malcolm Gladwell about how to avoid doing highly undesirable tasks, what makes an idea interesting, and why Malcolm thinks we shouldn't root for the underdog. This episode is brought to you by Accenture, Bonobos, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Warby Parker. (Audio only)

In a special live taping at the 92nd Street Y in New York, Adam talks with Revisionist History's Malcolm Gladwell about how to avoid doing highly undesirable tasks, what makes an idea interesting, and why Malcolm thinks we shouldn't root for the underdog. This episode is brought to you by Accenture, Bonobos, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Warby Parker. (Audio only)

WorkLife with Adam Grant: A debate with Malcolm Gladwell

A debate with Malcolm Gladwell

Malcolm Gladwell challenges the valor of rooting for underdogs, arguing empathy lies with the favorite's greater disappointment.

Navigating work life, Gladwell humorously advises against excellence in undesired tasks to avoid being pigeonholed, preferring joy.

Exploring AI's impact, Gladwell posits white-collar jobs, not blue-collar, are at higher risk, urging focus on uniquely human skills.