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Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities
Episode 1116th December 2024 • Teach-Lead-Innovate Podcast • David Walker
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Welcome to Teach-Lead-Innovate! On this week’s Motivation Monday, we’re exploring the power of the growth mindset, a transformative approach to learning and leadership.

In This Episode:

  • What is a Growth Mindset? Learn how embracing this belief can transform your approach to challenges.
  • Why It Matters: Explore how a growth mindset enhances student achievement and team performance.
  • Real-World Examples: Discover inspiring stories of growth mindset in classrooms and leadership.
  • Actionable Steps: Get practical tips to cultivate a growth mindset in your teaching or leadership role.

References Cited in This Episode:

  1. Aguilar, E. (2016). The art of coaching: Effective strategies for school transformation. Jossey-Bass.
  2. Blackwell, L. S., Trzesniewski, K. H., & Dweck, C. S. (2007). Implicit theories of intelligence predict achievement across an adolescent transition: A longitudinal study and an intervention. Child Development, 78(1), 246–263.
  3. Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The new psychology of success. Random House.
  4. Heslin, P. A., & VandeWalle, D. (2008). Managers' implicit assumptions about personnel. Personnel Psychology, 61(4), 767-802.
  5. Robinson, V. M., Lloyd, C. A., & Rowe, K. J. (2009). The impact of leadership on student outcomes: An analysis of the differential effects of leadership types. Educational Administration Quarterly, 44(5), 635–674.
  6. YouTube. (2023.). The Power of a Growth Mindset: Unleash Your Potential with Carol Dweck. YouTube. https://youtube.com/shorts/J1bRWunPbc0?si=3i1by9Tr9oM1Unfn

Call to Action:

What challenges are you turning into opportunities this week? Share your growth mindset journey with us on social media, reach out to me on Instagram @thecyclingsuperintendent or via email at thepedalingprincipal@gmail.com.

Thank you for tuning in to Motivation Monday! Let’s embrace growth and make this week extraordinary.

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