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  • Report: Conscientiousness, not willpower, is a reliable predictor of success

    Sep 10, 2024 8:45 am by Diana YatesInsights
    U. of I. psychology professor Brent Roberts. Photo by Fred Zwicky

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    • U. of I. psychology professor Brent Roberts. Photo by Fred Zwicky

    Two psychology professors argue that psychological science sometimes overemphasizes the role of willpower in human success and well-being. The personality trait 'conscientiousness' is a better predictor of success, they write.