Carol Dwecks insights and research on Fixed and Growth Mindsets- this is so easily the most seminal work full of insights for disruptive, changing times- so applicable and relevant!
Very visible -especially when challenged with a new situation that requires effort to engage, learn new skills, demonstrate a new set of behaviours that now become most important, and having the humility to work on feedback as one invariably makes mistakes in the process…
While Fixed and Growth mindset is a spectrum and people can demonstrate both in different situations, a fallacious assumption is that people from the older generations, in leadership roles are more likely to demonstrate Fixed Mindset behaviours. Infact this can be true across age groups. Several young professionals struggle with Fixed Mindsets that can come in the way of learning, receiving and acting on feedback and manifesting their potential.
What are your views? What has been your experience? Do share..
