You Are Not So Smart 283 - Cultures of Growth - Mary C. Murphy
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Mar 18, 2024 Psychologist Mary C. Murphy discusses creating cultures of growth to support collaboration and innovation, exploring fixed vs. growth mindsets in academic and business environments, the impact of feedback on mindset development, and the importance of prioritizing mental health in organizations.
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Contrasting Seminars
- Mary C. Murphy observed contrasting behaviors in Stanford dissertation reviews.
- One seminar focused on finding flaws, while another offered constructive improvements.
Mindset Impact
- Praising intelligence can backfire, making individuals fear challenges and avoid looking unintelligent.
- A growth mindset, however, prioritizes getting smarter over appearing smart.
Hero Myth
- Students often perceive their heroes' success as a result of innate talent, overlooking their hard work.
- Dweck emphasizes that talent is raw material requiring development, citing Michael Jordan's dedication.