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Adam Grant on How to “Vibe”
David Epstein
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Nov 2026
Adam Grant says strong relationships come in different forms: allies, pals, and companions. Weak ties can bring opportunities, and shared experiences help people connect. Friendships grow through clear expectations, kindness, and respectful disagreement.
3 Nov 2026
DE: Sandwich critical feedback between positive comments.
AG: It’s time to take the feedback sandwich off the menu; it doesn’t taste as good as it sounds. It’s more effective to just tell people you have comments on areas of both strength and growth and ask which one they want to hear first.