Mindset by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D | Key Takeaways, Analysis & Review

The growth mindset can be applied to many areas of life. In the growth mindset, intelligence, creativity, and artistic ability can be developed over time with practice, hard work, endurance, and a willingness to learn and adapt. In the fixed mindset, someone has a set amount of intelligence, creativity, or artistic ability that does not change regardless of opportunities for learning and growth. Finally, people with fixed or growth mindset react differently to particular situations, but they can learn how to react better and how to approach the situation in more productive ways in the future.

The type of people a person hires often reflects their mindset, such as an employee who is only going to validate the boss versus an employee who is going to offer suggestions to better the company.

Creating an environment that encourages hard work, effort, and growth is crucial for children to learn how to continually develop their intellect and talents