Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset Understanding How Our Thinking Shapes Success ๐ง
Introduction What is a Mindset? - Set of beliefs that shape how we make sense of ourselves and the world. Why does it matter? - Influences learning, resilience, innovation, leadership. ๐ก
Definition Fixed Mindset - Belief that intelligence & abilities are static. Growth Mindset - Belief that intelligence & abilities can be developed through effort, learning & feedback. ๐ชจ ๐ฑ
Characteristics Fixed Mindset: Avoids challenges, Gives up easily, Threatened by othersโ success, Focus on proving oneself Growth Mindset: Embraces challenges, Persists despite obstacles, Inspired by othersโ success, Focus on learning & improving ๐ ๐
Comparison Table Aspect Fixed Mindset Growth Mindset Challenges Avoids Embraces Effort Seen as useless Path to mastery Feedback Ignores/defensive Learns & improves Failure Fearful, limiting Opportunity to grow ๐
Real-Life Examples Fixed Mindset: 'Iโm just not good at math.' | 'This is too hard, I canโt do it.' Growth Mindset: 'I can improve my math skills with practice.' | 'This is tough, but Iโll learn through effort.' ๐ฌ
Benefits of Growth Mindset Increases resilience & adaptability Encourages continuous learning Enhances innovation & problem solving Builds stronger teams and leaders ๐ ๐
In the Workplace Fixed Mindset Leaders: Avoid risks, discourage feedback Growth Mindset Leaders: Foster learning, embrace innovation Impact on: Employee engagement, Performance outcomes, Culture of innovation ๐ข
How to Develop a Growth Mindset 1. Embrace challenges 2. Replace 'failure' with 'learning' 3. Value effort over talent 4. Seek feedback actively 5. Celebrate progress, not just results ๐ช
Conclusion Mindset is a choice โ influences outcomes Growth mindset fuels personal & professional success Quote: 'Becoming is better than being.' โ Carol Dweck ๐ณ
Interactive / Q&A Quick poll: Which mindset do you think you lean towards more often? Reflection: Whatโs one area where you can apply a growth mindset today? โ