People with Grit have extraordinary levels of endurance, tenacity, and focus.
They are the quiet engine of the team—able to keep pushing themselves and the work until it is truly done. They pace themselves for the long haul, ignoring momentary setbacks and the lure of procrastination. They can motivate teammates to keep going too, especially when the work is more of a marathon than a sprint.
If this is your superpower:
Effort isn’t the same as effectiveness. Just because you’ve been at something forever doesn’t mean it’s your best work. Tap a Provocateur or Gap Detector to get an honest assessment.
Don’t assume that your teammates have the same level of endurance that you have. You may be able to run a 100-mile race. They may be more comfortable with a 5K.
If you’re working with them:
Encourage them to take breaks. They won’t always know how or when to do it. And if left to their own devices, they may never stop.
People with Grit have a reserve tank of belief and commitment that keeps them going. And that belief can give you a boost when you feel your own levels dropping. It’s like a shot in the arm.