Shifting from Fixed to Growth Mindset in Organizations

You’ve probably heard of the fixed vs. growth mindset. But did you know it applies to whole organizations, not just individual people? And, just like with individuals, there are certain things you can do to change, improve, and support an organization’s mindset. Today, Dr. Mary C. Murphy, a protege of Carol Dweck and an esteemed psychology researcher in her own right, takes us through her newest book, “Cultures of Growth.”

Business organizations are full of mindset triggers– situations that shift individuals’ mindset to be more fixed-oriented than growth-oriented. Evaluations, high effort assignments, and feedback can easily create fixed mindset thoughts of “I’m terrible” or “I’m great” instead of “What can I continue to get better.” Dr. Murphy discusses how leaders, and even non-leaders, can purposefully frame these situations to prevent a slide into a fixed-mindset and create an overall culture that supports growth mindsets.

This episode is jam-packed with neuroscience research, actionable tips, and “aha” moments. Dr. Murphy really puts on a masterclass for us. We hope you get as much out of it as we did.

Check out Dr. Mary C. Murphy’s book, "Cultures of Growth," today. In a world where success seems reserved for a chosen few, Cultures of Growth unveils a radically different approach to creating organizations that inspire learning, growth, and success at all levels.

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We talk about:

• Misconceptions about mindsets
• Common mindset triggers
• The difference between Cultures of Genius and Cultures of Growth
• How Cultures of Genius are especially growth-stifling for LGBTQIA people, women, people with disabilities, and people of color.
• How individuals can play a role in creating an organizational growth mindset

Links & Tools from This Episode:

• Read Dr. Mary C. Murphy’s book, “Cultures of Growth”
• Take a free Mindset Triggers assessment and download free excerpt of the “Cultures of Growth” at MaryCMurphy.com 
• Free Resources
• Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com

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