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SKILL 1

Exhibit a Growth Mindset

A growth mindset is a distinguishing trait of people who believe that basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. This differs from people who have a fixed mindset and believe that their traits are given and that their skills, abilities, and talent cannot be changed. Think of a growth mindset as the positive thinking of learning. A growth mindset is the belief that you can stretch yourself. You can develop and learn something beyond what you know and can do now. Both types of mindsets are just beliefs—albeit powerful beliefs. A growth mindset allows you to try new things, to accept challenges, ...

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