Think Again by Adam Grant
- May 28
- 1 min read
Why This Book Matters
The ability to rethink is one of the most important and most underdeveloped skills in leadership and organizations.
Personal Context & Application
I first read this when I joined the health center. At that time, there was a clear need for a shift in how things were being viewed and approached.
This book reinforced something I already believed but needed to apply more intentionally. Looking at situations from a different perspective is not just intellectual. It is operational. It is how you improve professionalism, efficiency, and outcomes.
In environments that are stuck, the problem is often not a lack of effort. It is a lack of willingness to rethink.
Core Ideas
Intelligence is not just knowing. It is being willing to update what you know
Rethinking is a skill that must be developed
Confidence should not prevent adjustment
One of the key ideas from Grant is:
“If knowledge is power, knowing what we don’t know is wisdom.”
That applies directly to leadership and decision-making.
Practical Application
This shows up in:
challenging outdated processes
reassessing assumptions in budgeting and operations
encouraging teams to question without becoming unstructured
building a culture where improvement is expected
Where It Falls Short
Rethinking without structure can lead to inconsistency. It must be balanced with discipline and execution.
Who Should Read It
Leaders driving change
Organizations needing cultural or operational improvement
Professionals who want to challenge their own thinking
Final Take
Rethinking is not optional if you want improvement. This book helps build that discipline.
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