There are a lot of employees who are stuck in a mindset that makes it hard — or nearly impossible — for them to accept new challenges. And that, as you know, is bad for running a business.
It’s not all their fault; genetics plays a big role. But research has shown there are two words that can shake them from this mindset:
“Good effort.”
Let us explain.
Pope Ward, senior VP at Melcrum, a business communication consultancy, recently stumbled upon some interesting research conducted by Standford professor Carol Dweck.
Dweck is a renown researcher in the field of social psychology, and has said people fall into one of three “mindset” categories:
- 40% have a fixed mindset — meaning they get a thrill from doing what they already know how to do, and they view mistakes as judgments of their intellect. They back down from challenges.
- 40% have a growth mindset — meaning they enjoy stretching themselves, and they view mistakes as learning opportunities. They embrace challenges.
- 20% fall somewhere in between — meaning they’re somewhat apprehensive to take on new challenges.
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