growth mindset
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The Misinterpretation of Flow: Beyond The Cookie Cutter
“It’s simply not all about “peak performance”, but more about individualized needs and capacity.” In the professional world, the concept of “flow” has been embraced, debated, and at times, misinterpreted. Originally identified by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi in the 1970s, flow describes a state of optimal experience where individuals are so deeply immersed in an activity…
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The Biggest Performance Failure of Parents
This article is not being written as parenting advice, but rather as insight into the data-based ways that parents negatively impact their child’s performance. Whether it’s in football, dance, violin, or anything between, performance is most commonly negatively impacted by these key behaviours and the adjustments suggested will make an impact in all aspects of…
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No, Really! Science Says Losing Is Better for Sport Performance
Welcome to an exploration of an often-overlooked aspect of sports and competition: the science and profound value of losing. This isn’t just about finding a silver lining; it’s about understanding how losses can be more beneficial than wins. 1. Learning and Growth Through Failure A study published in the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology scrutinizes…
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The Parallels of Power: From the Athletic Field to the Boardroom
The spotlight shines brightly on Kayla Mitchell, a 15-year-old track sensation, as she dashes across the finish line, smashing yet another record. Meanwhile, across town in a sleek skyscraper, Diane Reynolds, a seasoned CEO, closes a multi-million dollar deal that solidifies her company’s dominance in its sector. At first glance, Kayla and Diane might seem…
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Negative Mindset: How Underdeveloped Traits Can Sabotage Athletic Performance
Athletic performance is undeniably a blend of physical prowess and mental fortitude. While much emphasis is placed on the physical components of an athlete’s training regimen, the psychological aspects are often overshadowed. Yet, emerging evidence demonstrates that an athlete’s negative mindset traits can detrimentally affect their performance and overall mental well-being. 1. Fear of Failure:…
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The Biggest Mistake Most Young Athletes Make
Flashy shoes. Premium protein powders. Expensive sport camps and elite skill trainers. This is the world many young athletes are immersed in, where investing in physical prowess and external appearance is glorified to the nth degree. Yet, there’s an essential element that’s glaringly missing from this equation: the mind. Young athletes are paying the price.…
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Mindset of a Champion: The Key to Your Young Athlete’s Success
In today’s hyper-competitive world of youth sports, athletic prowess is often considered the key to success. While physical skills are undeniably essential, recent research suggests that the role of mental fortitude in sports is just as, if not more, significant. This article aims to highlight the need for young athletes to pay more attention to…
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Chasing Shadows: Is Current Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Helping or Hindering?
It’s about time we shake the dust off the words we commonly use and gaze critically at the existing corporate practices that surround Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Make no mistake: We are firm believers in the importance of DEI. Workplaces should be melting pots of diverse ideas, voices, and experiences. But it seems like…
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How to Change Your Team in a Week: A New Look at Mindset Metrics
In the quest for outstanding performance, both in sports and business, leaders often invest considerable time and resources in analytics. Quantifying skill sets, tracking performance metrics, and meticulously cataloging strengths and weaknesses are crucial parts of team-building. However, there’s one component that often goes unmeasured and under-appreciated, and that’s the mindset of the individuals within…
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Overcoming the Perfectionist Paradox: Performance Mindset in Business and Sports
In today’s increasingly competitive world, perfectionism – the constant pursuit of flawlessness coupled with critical self-evaluation – is often held aloft as an exemplary trait, an emblem of success. However, a growing body of research suggests that this relentless chase of perfection can have significant detrimental effects on both business performance and sports outcomes. The…