Rebel Talent

In Rebel Talent, award-winning Harvard Business School professor and behavioural scientist Francesca Gino shows us why the happiest and most successful among us are those who break the rules, and how we can all do it more.[Include author photo and design back cover layout like How to Have a Good Day]***'Through illuminating examples and case studies, Francesca Gino demonstrates the true power of the rebel. Rebellion, as she defines it, isn't simply about rule-breaking - it's about allowing your best self, and your talents, to shine through in all aspects of your work and your life.'Susan Cain, bestselling author of Quiet'Great stories, great science, and great practical advice about how, when, and why to break the rules.'Angela Duckworth, author of Grit 'In this groundbreaking book, Francesca Gino shows us how to spark creativity, excel at work, and become happier: By learning to rebel.'Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of The Power of Habit 'Francesca has a very personal and self-aware approach to bridging the gap between the social norms that glue us together, and the acts of challenging those norms. The rebellious approach has led to great advances, and it also has led to abuse. She pushes us to allow for people who challenge what we do, but with a grounding in thinking about the use of power and status in our businesses and in our lives.'Ed Catmull, president of Pixar and bestselling author of Creativity, Inc. 'Francesca Gino is one of the world's most productive and creative social scientists. And with this book, she shows that she's also one of the most persuasive. She makes a powerful and convincing case that letting loose our inner troublemaker can open up new vistas of creativity and problem-solving power.'Daniel H. Pink, New York Times bestselling author of Drive