Career Contessa How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset
Jul 21, 2020
Learn how to shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset during career changes with neuroscience. Explore actionable steps and understand the brain's negativity bias. Discover the impact of gratitude and emotional awareness on creativity. Get insights on crafting a tailored resume during career transitions and valuing skill sets over industry experience in hiring.
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Understanding Fixed vs Growth Mindset
- Fixed mindset involves limitations and fear, focusing on what can't be done.
- Growth mindset embraces possibilities and learning from failure.
Brain's Negativity Bias & Threat State
- Our brains remember negative events more intensely due to negativity bias.
- Perceived social threats can shrink our thinking and reduce creativity.
Theme Your Transition Positively
- Label your transition with a positive, inspiring theme for motivation.
- Use empowering language with yourself and others to foster possibility thinking.