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The author, Carol S. Dweck, is a world-renowned Stanford University psychologist who discovered the power of mindset through decades of research [Passage 2]. She has introduced the concept of a "growth mindset," which is the belief that abilities can be developed [Passage 1, Passage 2].
The passages do not provide specific details about the evidence Dweck presents, but they do mention that the book features "clever research studies" [Passage 2]. It also states that the book shows how success in various areas of life can be influenced by how individuals think about their talents and abilities [Passage 2]. The author's research has led to the groundbreaking idea of the power of mindset [Passage 2].
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From the book
a growth mindset—those who believe that abilities can be developed. Mindset reveals how great parents, teachers, managers, and athletes can put this idea to use to foster outstanding accomplishment. In this edition, Dweck offers new insights into her now famous and broadly embraced concept. She introduces a phenomenon she calls false growth mindset and guides people toward adopting a deeper, truer growth mindset. She also expands the mindset concept beyond the individual, applying it to the cultures of groups and organizations. With the right mindset, you can motivate those you lead, teach,…
Title: Mindset by Carol S. Dweck Description: From the renowned psychologist who introduced the world to “growth mindset” comes this updated edition of the million-copy bestseller—featuring transformative insights into redefining success, building lifelong resilience, and supercharging self-improvement. “Through clever research studies and engaging writing, Dweck illuminates how our beliefs about our capabilities exert tremendous influence on how we learn and which paths we take in life.”—Bill Gates, GatesNotes “It’s not always the people who start out the smartest who end up the smartest.”…