Barking up the wrong tree: What truly predicts success? (Eric Barker)
Sep 6, 2025 ·
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We're told that nice guys finish last, that quitters never win, and that confidence is the key to success. But what if these old adages are just plain wrong? What...
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We're told that nice guys finish last, that quitters never win, and that confidence is the key to success. But what if these old adages are just plain wrong?
What does the science actually say about who gets ahead?In today's 5-minute briefing on Eric Barker's surprising book, "Barking Up the Wrong Tree," we explore the real data behind success.
Discover why valedictorians rarely become millionaires and what trait is a far better predictor of who will rise to the top.
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What does the science actually say about who gets ahead?In today's 5-minute briefing on Eric Barker's surprising book, "Barking Up the Wrong Tree," we explore the real data behind success.
Discover why valedictorians rarely become millionaires and what trait is a far better predictor of who will rise to the top.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/momentum-your-daily-edge-in-leadership--6706012/support.
Enjoyed this 5-minute briefing?
The full, 20-minute deep dive on this book is waiting for you in our premium feed.
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