Encouraging a Growth Mindset Toward Learning

I recently coached a team leader who had hit a wall. Great instincts, strong vision—but every mistake felt personal. Every critique, a threat. Every missed target, a question of worth. He didn’t need more strategy. He needed to step away from some unexamined narratives stuck on repeat, and... He needed a new "Mantra Playlist" with greatest hits like: -I am not finished. I am forming. -Growth begins where comfort ends. -Struggle is the work. -I choose formation over perfection. -Failure is not final, it's formative. -Curiosity keeps me moving. -Effort shapes what talent cannot. -Progress is slower (and deeper) than it looks. -Who I’m becoming matters more than what I achieve. -Resilience is built, not born. That’s the core of a Growth Mindset. It’s not about faking positivity. It’s not about glossing over failure. It IS about rewiring your perspective (and brain) toward curiosity, learning, and development. And science spells out the payoff: -Teams that adopt growth mindset cultures see higher innovation rates and adaptability (Dweck, Harvard Business Review) -Leaders who model learning over perfection build psychological safety—the #1 predictor of high-performing teams (Google Project Aristotle) Growth Mindset isn’t a posture. It’s a system of belief that shapes resilience. The leaders and teams that endure? They don’t just chase wins. They rewire for formation: "always be learning." 📌 Where are you (or your team) being invited to grow—without needing to get it right the first time? #growthmindset #leadershipdevelopment #groundedandgrowing #formation #learningculture #resilience #leadershiphabits

A client once shared, “I know what I want, but I keep holding myself back.” They weren’t lacking strategy. They were stuck in cycles of second-guessing. We didn’t start with tactics. We started with mindset. Reframed setbacks, redefined success, and built habits that made confidence the default. The shift? They stopped waiting and started moving. I call it the Momentum Mindset System. Because growth starts in your head before it shows in your results. Here’s how you can do it: 🔸Grow Framework • Clarify your target destination before you begin • Take a clear, honest look at where you currently stand Start Here: Begin each week by choosing one key goal and outlining the gap between where you are and where you want to go 🔸Smart Goals System • Transform unclear goals into measurable action points • Swap out vague intentions with specific results and timelines Start Here: Refine your existing goals by running each one through the SMART filter before moving forward 🔸Wellbeing Foundation • Reinforce mental strength through consistent physical routines • Observe your thoughts gently, without reacting right away Start Here: Set aside daily time for movement and five minutes of intentional mental stillness 🔸 Language Shift • Pay attention when limiting phrases show up and reframe them fast • Treat mistakes as learning signals rather than personal failures Start Here: Build a two-column cheat sheet with your go-to negative thoughts and their growth-minded counterparts 🔸 Growth Through Discomfort • Actively choose tasks that stretch your current abilities • Turn overwhelming goals into bite-sized daily actions Start Here: Pick one slightly uncomfortable yet meaningful action to complete each day, small steps matter 🔸 Feedback Loop • Seek out clear, constructive feedback instead of waiting for it • Give and receive praise based on effort and intention, not talent Start Here: Ask one focused improvement question after every key task or interaction 🔸 Stretch Zone Mapping • Outline where comfort ends and growth begins in each area of your life • Create opportunities that nudge you toward your edge, not past it Start Here: Draw out a simple chart of activities in each zone and commit time weekly to stay in the stretch zone Trying to shift your mindset? Drop one thing you’re working on right now in the comments. ⸻ ♻️ REPOST if this resonated with you! ➡️ FOLLOW Rheanne Razo for more B2B growth strategies, client success, and real-world business insights.

During flight training, some of my most powerful lessons came from failures and mistakes. But I also spent a lot of time critiquing myself about those mistakes, worried about what others would think and whether I was living up to expectations. The truth is, we all fail. We all make mistakes. It’s not a matter of if, but when. The real question is, how do we learn to fail forward? 💡 Shift your Mindset: Think of mistakes and failure as opportunities to learn, grow, and advance. 💡 Ask the Right Questions: Instead of dwelling on what went wrong, ask, “What can I learn from this?” and then apply those lessons moving forward. 💡 Avoid the Fixed Mindset Trap: A fixed mindset might lead you to avoid challenges to protect yourself from failure. But you also miss out on opportunities to grow and improve. 💡 Adopt a Growth Mindset: It helps you thrive, especially during challenging times, by turning setbacks into opportunities for improvement. Shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset during flight training was crucial for me. The mistakes were still painful, but they made me a better pilot and leader. If you allow it, failure can lead to incredible growth and success. 🚀 #FailForward #PersonalDevelopment #FlyingInTheFaceOfFear

𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 Working with great leaders for 30 years, I studied what made them different. I continuously asked: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐮𝐭? The chief element was always that they achieved outcomes--the results needed for the organization. That led me to the second and third questions: 2. What did they do? And 3. How did they do it? The answer to the first question was tangible. It was easy to spot--these leaders achieved their targets. The answers to the second and third questions were not as identifiable as the first answer. But here is what I discovered. They cultivated a growth mindset in themselves and their people through the following five steps: 1️⃣ Leaders with a growth mindset believe their team's skills and abilities can be developed through stretch assignments and hard work. This attitude promotes a continuous learning and improvement culture, essential for innovation and adaptation in today's fast-paced world. 2️⃣ Leaders who embrace a growth mindset are more likely to persist in the face of challenges and setbacks. They see failures as opportunities to learn and grow, which can inspire their teams to adopt a similar resilient approach, fostering a culture of perseverance. 3️⃣ Growth-minded leaders focus on the development of their team members. They empower people by recognizing their potential and encouraging them to take on new challenges. They give people the autonomy and resources to be successful. 4️⃣ Leaders with a growth mindset tend to be more empathetic and supportive, understanding that everyone can grow and improve. This approach helps build trust and stronger relationships within the team, which is crucial for effective leadership. 5️⃣ A growth mindset leader encourages experimentation and taking calculated risks, both essential for innovation. Leaders who foster this mindset are more likely to support creative ideas and initiatives, driving their organizations toward innovative solutions and advancements. You will achieve outstanding results by cultivating these five steps in yourself and your team. Gook luck! Your partner in success, Joe Murphy ♻️ Cool to forward to your network ________________ THE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝑳𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒔 Over 600 worldwide sessions | Over 45,000 attendees | 4.9/5 Sat Score _________________ 📽 New videos daily, Mon-Fri at 5 PM ET, on success and leadership 🔔 Join over 40,000 over-achievers today #LeadersatAllLevels #Xfactor #TheLeadershipAcademy