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The Growth Mindset - Why Your Potential Isn't Fixed

January 19, 2026 • Quentin Moore • Episode 98

This episode breaks down Carol Dweck's growth mindset concept and why your abilities aren't fixed. I explain the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, the power of adding "yet" to your self-talk, and how to embrace failure as feedback. You'll get five practical strategies to develop a growth mindset and learn why your brain's neuroplasticity means you can rewire yourself through practice. I share my own experiences with statistics in graduate school and starting this podcast to show how "I can't" becomes "I can't yet."

In this episode, we discuss Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck and why it is a valuable resource for anyone interested in personal growth and understanding how beliefs about your abilities shape your success. If you found the conversation helpful and want to go deeper, I strongly encourage you to check out the book for yourself.

You can purchase the hardcover/physical edition here:
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This book provides practical insights and perspectives that go well beyond what we can cover in a single episode, and owning a copy—whether in print or audio—allows you to revisit key ideas and apply them at your own pace.

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