It’s time to leave “that’s just the way I am” behind. Discover how a shift in your mindset isn’t just theory—it’s the game-changer for breakthrough business innovation.

We’re talking about more than positive thinking. In today’s uncertain world, the difference between a business that adapts and one that disappears often comes down to mindset. Which will you choose: seeing limits or seeing possibilities? How you answer affects every hire, customer, and opportunity that comes your way.

What You Need to Know

A fixed mindset believes your abilities are set in stone. If you hear yourself or others saying “I always” or “I never,” you’re seeing this in action. It’s all about protecting what you know, avoiding risks, and fearing any kind of failure because it feels permanent.

Growth mindset is the polar opposite. With this, you see every challenge as a chance to get better. You believe talents and intelligence are developed through hard work, creative problem-solving, and learning from every outcome.

Businesses that use this mindset aren’t boxed in by what’s “always been done.” Instead, they find new ways to serve, pivot quickly, and create new opportunities (even during tough times like the pandemic).

What You Need to Do

Start listening for fixed mindset language—words like “always,” “never,” or “I can’t.” Interrupt those thoughts. Begin asking, “What could be possible if I tried something new?”

When you hit a roadblock, challenge yourself or your team to find at least three different solutions, even if they seem a little out there. Seek people for your inner business circle who share a commitment to growth and learning, not just a desire for praise.

Your Next Step

Reflect on one area of your business where things have felt stuck. Pinpoint the fixed mindset story you (or your team) have been telling yourselves. Rewrite that story as a possibility, and brainstorm one action you could take this week to move toward growth.

Want more insights on developing a growth mindset and building success habits?

👉 Connect with Londina Cruz at Londina.com for resilience coaching and daily motivation.

👉 Work with Donna Kunde at DonnaKunde.com to shift your mindset and grow your business with confidence.

👉 📥 Download this season’s resources to deepen your learning and apply these success habits to your life and business.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:24 Understanding Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

02:34 Real-Life Examples of Mindsets

06:43 Impact of COVID on Business Mindsets

09:31 Embracing a Growth Mindset

10:55 Conclusion and Next Steps