Foster a growth mindset in individuals and organizations from "summary" of Black Box Thinking by Matthew Syed
The key to success in any field is not merely about talent or intelligence. It is about having a growth mindset - the belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. This mindset is crucial for individuals and organizations to thrive in today's fast-paced and ever-changing world. When individuals and organizations adopt a growth mindset, they are more likely to embrace challenges, persist in the face of setbacks, see effort as a path to mastery, and learn from criticism. This mindset allows them to continuously improve and adapt to new circumstances, rather than being limited by fixed ideas of their abilities. In contrast, a fixed mindset - the belief that abilities are innate and unchangeable - can lead to stagnation and failure. People with a fixed mindset are more likely to avoid challenges, give up easily, see effort as fruitless, ignore useful feedback, and feel threatened by the suc...
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