Ways of thinking

Section: Psychology

Number of pages: 490 pages

Ways of Thinking is the culmination of decades of research by renowned Stanford psychology professor Carol S. Dweck in the field of developmental psychology, who discovered a fundamental concept: the way we think about life, which she calls mindset, is critical to our success. This book shows how success in school, sports, the arts, and every other area of ​​life is influenced by the way we think about our talents and abilities. People with a fixed mindset, who believe that their abilities are fixed and cannot be developed, are less likely to thrive than people with a growth mindset, who believe that their abilities can be developed and improved. To illustrate the difference between the two mindsets, the author provides an objective analysis of a group of prominent figures in management and sports, then illustrates with examples how a growth mindset has helped many shine, and how a fixed mindset has limited the potential of others and contributed to their abject failure. She includes practical, applicable models that parents, teachers, managers, and athletes can use to foster a growth mindset. It also expands the concept of mindset beyond individuals and applies it to groups and organizations. With the right mindset, you can motivate your subordinates, those around you, learn from them and transform their lives and yours for the better.

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