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“In this book, you’ll learn how a simple belief about yourself— a belief we discovered in our research— guides a large part of your life. In fact, it permeates every part of your life. Much of what you think of as your personality actually grows out of this “mindset.” Much of what may be preventing you from fulfilling your potential grows out of it.” - Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D.

“This growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities are things you can cultivate through your efforts.” - Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D.

“Why waste time proving over and over how great you are, when you could be getting better?” - Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D.












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In Mindset , Professor Dweck has revealed an exciting can the way we think about the world really have that much impact on what we achieve? Absolutely.

Dweck lays out her argument thoughtfully and presents many research studies that prove her point. Using these case studies you can better understand what is stopping you from achieving the growth mindset that you need to become the person you want to be. Mindset takes a groundbreaking approach to personal achievement that until recently, was never addressed before. As parents or coaches or bosses, could you potentially be stifling not only your performance but the performance of others? Absolutely.

Reading this book allows you to come away with an increased appreciation for the power of your own mind, and the tools you need to take control of it.

38 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 17, 2016

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November 28, 2017
This book by FastReads is a quick summary and analysis of the interesting book by Carol Dweck entitled Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. It goes into each chapter of this novel and helps to break the meaning and key purpose of each down. The summaries are easy to read and at the end of each chapter there are bullet points that contain the key takeaways from it that you should remember.
Inside this book you’ll be able to learn even more about Dweck’s novel. You’ll find interesting points about each chapter like “Why Do People Differ?” and “Friendship”.
At 27 pages, this book isn’t very long. You’ll breeze through it while still learning things along the way. This novel is ideal for those who have already read Dweck’s book, but it is also good for those who are interested in Dweck’s book but don’t really have the time to read it.
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582 reviews5 followers
November 15, 2017
A really interesting read

I really liked this summary of “Mindset”. Carol Dweck, really has some amazing insights into fixed mindset and growth mindset. It really makes sense how we are driven by whichever mindset we are blessed with. Basically the power of suggestion goes a long with both mindsets. I have never actually read Mindset but this summary kind of makes me want to go out and get it and start reading it now. So much about what was being said reminded me of myself and I’d love to know what exercises Carol Dweck suggests to overcome the negative aspects of a fixed mindset. In the mean time, I have to admit that the summary has piqued my interest so maybe I already have a little of that growth mindset going on! I’ll definitely be reading it again.
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September 12, 2018
If you do not have a background in psychology, this book provides a comprehensive look at mindset and the relevant studies by Dweck and her esteemed peers. Well written and thorough, but may be repetitive if you have read some of the latest books on this topic.
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May 15, 2017
Too much what, no how

I agree with the books premise but i don't feel there was much if any suggestions to help move a person from one mind set to another
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July 23, 2018
Fixed or Growth

Wondering if the book was really that straight forward or this was truly Overly simplified? Was quite disappointed with the summary
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