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Having a growth mindset is important.  It's something we hear all the time.  It's something that most of us would agree with.  But what exactly is a growth mindset actually?  

In her book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success", author Carol Deck explains the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset.  She illustrates the meaning and application of a growth mindset through a masterful use of storytelling, research and practical answers to the most common questions around the subject.  

In this episode Tiff and I explore an aspect of the book we found particularly interesting; Carol Dwecks explanation of what a growth mindset is not.  

According to Dr. Dweck, there are a few common misconceptions around a growth mindset.  We discuss what they are, as well as why they can have a damaging effect on your ability to fully reap the rewards of applying the true principles of a growth mindset to your life.  

We also discuss questions like, when is hard work and tenacity counter productive?  We also challenge idioms like "never quit." When is that saying absolutely correct and when is it more damaging to your life than useful?  

There's nothing wrong with failure.  If fact, it's not only unavoidable, but critical to long-term success.  But succeeding at something you wouldn't even get started working on if you had to do it all over again, that's a tragedy.  

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