Growth Mindset: Psychology of self-improvement

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  • Welcome to the Growth Mindset, the psychology podcast that is transforming lives. Learn to stop accepting the excuses and fixed mindset talk your brain generates. Embrace an honest attitude toward self-improvement and success by building a growth mindset.


    With over 6 million downloads and counting, this is your hub for deep dives into mindsets and the science of positive psychology and self-improvement.


    Each episode brings you world-renowned experts, transformative stories, and groundbreaking insights designed to empower you with the tools to shift your perspective. Our focus is on resilience, optimism, gratitude, self-belief, and the incredible power of mental flexibility that Carol Dweck discovered within the growth mindset.


    A growth mindset teaches us that our skills are not fixed. You can improve and grow through hard work, perseverance, and a rock-solid attitude.


    Host Sam Harris has launched several businesses, traveled the world, and nearly died a few times, all in the spirit of curiosity and adventure. He's even been to North Korea, hitch-hiked across Kazakhstan, and finished an ultramarathon with a broken leg. He brings his insatiable appetite for learning, self-improvement, growth, and of course mindset to the podcast.


    If you enjoy thinkers such as Andrew Huberman, Tim Ferriss, Brene Brown, or Lex Fridman you'll love this show.


    The growth mindset podcast is the place for people with big dreams who intend to achieve them.

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  • 01: Growth Mindset Intro - Sam & Jane Harris

    01: Growth Mindset Intro - Sam & Jane Harris
    Aug 20 2017
    The Harris family get excitedWITH SAM AND JANE HARRISThe first introduction episode to the Growth Mindset Podcast. Sam looks back at his life with his mother Jane and explores some of the main events and funny stories that cultured his growth mindset.He comes away with some great advice for anyone to be a happier and more successful person and lays a great base for guests to come.SHOW NOTESJane’s Top Tips:StoicismThe practice of resilience and stepping outside your comfort zone and reduce your fear of losing everything and appreciating what you do have. She actually got this from my nan who was a crazy awesome lady and used to send her kids to the neighbours randomly just so they would be okay if for some reason the parents died which I guess is the ultimate resilience for any child. Which is a practice I haven’t really heard of this day and age.Meditation and focusThis was a really big one for her. The practice of calming your mind and helping to find focus and peace. and from that Try not to do so many things at once so you can apply more focus to the things that are your priorities and ultimately be more successful as a whole. Remember that often less is more.Test your ideas, the earlier the betterDon’t be afraid to start a business at uni if things go tits up your back at home with your parents . and it’s okay to play it safe and try less risky business models that aren’t going to change the world straight away but will help teach you the essentials of launching a business, you can then scale up when you have more time.Basically, think sensibly about what fits your situation the best and then try things that fit the potential market. In general, if you’ve had dreams of running a business but it seems like such a big thing it really not that hard to just start a small side project without sacrificing everything and literally anyone can do it.Jane’s favourite booksThe Secret Diary of Adrian Mole — Age 13 and 3/4 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/140593218X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=140593218X&linkId=d19b656ecd2d5feb7f1f707ebf6d11d5)Possibly one of my favourite and most memorable books I have ever read. All humans should read this book.Harry Potter (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00FFMG66A/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00FFMG66A&linkId=3556ee55df6afbad976c86c0124a28b6)It's just great. Jane recommends this highly to anyone who is looking to get into reading moreOf Mice and Men (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0141023570/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0141023570&linkId=4806638e9720030eefcdbcc0d84a8ac0)A true classic and a beautiful if somewhat tragic read.Try a free Audible trial of any book here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=samharris48%E2%80%9321)Sam’s Top tips:Don’t forget about family!The tail end (https://waitbutwhy.com/2015/12/the-tail-end.html) — See this great blog about the ratio of time you spend with family as you get older.SeeYourFolks.com (http://www.seeyourfolks.com/) — If you aren’t worried about a little cry see find out how many times you’ll see your parents before they dieMushroom CoffeeNot as well received as expected. Even a trial pack of ten isn’t cheap. So message me on Twitter @SamHarrisTweets and I’ll send you a free sachet =]CONTACTJane:Twitter — @virtualJane (https://twitter.com/virtualjane)Medium — Jane Harris (https://medium.com/@virtualjane)Sam:Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/samjamsnaps/)Quora (https://www.quora.com/profile/Sam-Harris-58)Twitter (https://twitter.com/samharristweets)LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharris48/)Subscribe!If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Special Guests: Jane Harris and Sam Harris.

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    34 mins
  • 02: The Startup Bakery - Tomiwa Adey

    02: The Startup Bakery - Tomiwa Adey
    Aug 21 2017
    TOMIWA ADEY, FOUNDER — START-UP BAKERYTomiwa Adey is a young tech entrepreneur who has founded several start-ups, learning a lot from his successes and failures. He grew up in Nigeria where he often had to hustle just to feed himself which in hidsight now leads to some amazing stories to tell.He offers a humorous insight into the trials and tribulations of being a tech entrepreneur and how to develop a positive mindset in the face of any situation.SAM’S TAKE HOME TIPSTip 1 — Do things crazy things that scare youWhether it’s doing crazy projects to get yourself noticed or taking leaps out of your comfort zone, always keep things a little insane. It will help lead to a more varied life that you can look back on with rich memories of contrasting moments. Basically, you’re life will be a series of events that stand-out rather than a blur of monotony. You’ll have more stories to tell the grandkids and it will force you to keep learning and improving in ways you can’t even imagine.Tip 2 — Do something you’re passionate aboutIf you want people to recognise what you’re doing or help you will be much more successful if you can demonstrate clear passion for what you’re doing and show the fact you will go the extra mile you’re much more likely to open more doors for yourself andTip 3 — The power of a networkA great lesson for tech entrepreneurs out there. sitting indoors building your project and perfecting things is great but you’ll never be a success unless you go outside and talk to people. Growing a network you can leverage its just as an important skill as being able to code if you want to be a successful entrepreneur.Tommy teaching me how to use a computerContact UsYou can find out more about us and chat about anything you likeTommy:tomiwaadey.com (https://tomiwaadey.com/)Twitter (https://twitter.com/tomiwaAdey)LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomiwaadey/)Sam:Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/samjamsnaps/)Quora (https://www.quora.com/profile/Sam-Harris-58)Twitter (https://twitter.com/samharristweets)LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharris48/)TOMMY’S FAVOURITE BOOKSWe didn’t even get onto books during the episode. But fortunately, Tommy already has a list of his favourite books with his own short summary of why you should read it.Get any of the books free on audible (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=samharris48%E2%80%9321)Traction — Gabriel Weinberg and Justin Mares (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0241242533/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0241242533&linkId=5a26060ca4e773b9a028a32876de0bbf)The key message in this book: Even great products don’t sell themselves. A start-up stands or falls on the customer base it can build. This is why you need to think about traction early and often and build your company’s goals around achieving that traction.4 Hour Work Week — Timothy Ferriss (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0091929113/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0091929113&linkId=910d0edd2947034a1e72f070f230821d)Instead of living the 9–5 life of a desk slave, join the New Rich, create an automated income and enjoy a full life here and now.22 immutable laws of Marketing — Al Ries & Jack Trout (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1861976100/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1861976100&linkId=baefa37c37f669c07eb6480e048f31e6)While having the cash to invest in marketing strategies is important, it’s far more essential to understand the rules by which companies play. Successful marketing deals in perceptions — not products — so follow the laws of marketing to help you craft a strategy that will win every time.Venture Deals — Brad Feld and Jason Medelson (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0470929820/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0470929820&linkId=753ccf194fe2964bb541dcce432b9dff)If you want to secure funding for your start-up, then you’ll need to know what your options are and how to make the most of them. When it comes to raising venture capital, that means understanding the interests of investors and assembling the right team to support you at the negotiating table.Start With Why — Simon Sinek (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0241958229/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0241958229&linkId=9c33cd5529e590375b4e85a452e0543b)Businesses, individuals and movements of all kinds should always start with WHY — their reason for doing something. This WHY should be the basis for every decision its leaders make and every message they transmit. By doing so, they will attract loyal supporters and garner long-term success.Think and Grow Rich — Napoleon ...
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    43 mins
  • 03: Growing Startup Teams - Dean Hume, CTO at Settled.co.uk

    03: Growing Startup Teams - Dean Hume, CTO at Settled.co.uk
    Aug 24 2017
    Dean is the CTO of Settled.co.uk, a rapidly growing tech start-up in London. They are revolutionising the way people buy and sell homes making the process far more efficient and less of a headache for everyone involved.He is also the author of 3 books and an avid triathlete which are certainly non-trivial things to complete.He shares great insights into running and growing a successful team and of course personal insights on being a human and culturing a growth mindset.SAM’S TAKE HOME TIPS:1 — Write a Non-fiction BookA great way to focus and really understand a topic. It doesn’t last forever and can really help build credibility. (Note from Sam — You can start by just writing a blog and answering Quora questions on topics)2 — Pay it forwardDon’t expect anything for free, just approach things sensibly expecting them to cost you time or money. be nice and genuine to everyone you meet without expecting stuff back. Then anything you do get you can be extra grateful for and will likely end up getting more in the process.3 — Understand the Role of a CTO over timeIn the long-term, a CTO isn’t going to be a coder and needs to have the skills as a manager if he wants to retain that titleBonus — Test your idea first before building it!DEAN’S FAVOURITE BOOKSThe Hard Thing About Hard Things — Ben HorowitzThe tale of starting and growing a business to a billion dollars and losing it all and getting back and then nearly losing it and then starting another billion dollar business. Basically, there is no recipe for success and it is defined by what you do when things are going wrong. Such a good read.Sam’s Review and summary (https://medium.com/@sam_harris/the-hard-thing-about-hard-things-ben-horowitz-summary-and-review-8013261e1b4c)Get the book here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00DQ845EA/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00DQ845EA&linkId=86e7d98c4e527bce9d4429a55649a739)Get on audible free (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=samharris48%E2%80%9321)The Lean Start Up — Eric RiesThe book that started the whole lean movement. A standard for all cash-strapped entrepreneursBuy on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0670921602/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0670921602&linkId=2deaa993ab7118ded9644d62681b13f5)Get on audible free (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=samharris48%E2%80%9321)Design Sprints — Google VenturesThe steps to design the full idea of your business modelBuy the book (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0593076117/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0593076117&linkId=a028b3ac7d30f12d2d9562ba48415aec)Design Sprint Kit (https://designsprintkit.withgoogle.com/planning/overview)The Five Dysfunctions of a Team — Patrick LencioniAn interesting fictional story used to highlight the main issues that cause teams to become ineffective. The conversations in the book really show how to remedy a bad situation and get buy-in from others.Sam’s review and summary (https://medium.com/@sam_harris/5-dysfunctions-of-a-team-patrick-lencioni-6dbc8cb0fc70)Get the book here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0787960756/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0787960756&linkId=b016fcc68bb52c2c96f2a55138bc11a9)Get on audible free (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=samharris48%E2%80%9321)Bernard CornwellA fantastic fictional writer who focuses on historical-themed novels across the globe. Whenever travelling I love to read a book by Bernard Cornwell if he has written one in that country. His amazing imagery and storytelling really get you into the mindset of the character and they are always a great ride.Dean suggests starting with the Saxon series (renamed “Last Kingdom series” since TV adaption…)Get the book here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0008139474/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=samharris48-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0008139474&linkId=156e57cd224217817c7294d6354dc730)Get on audible free (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=samharris48%E2%80%9321)READ DEAN’S BOOKS Building Great Startup TeamsSo many insights on hiring decisions, building the culture and getting the best out of everyone. Great read!Progressive Web AppsA useful book to get into the world of PWAs. Save time on developing native apps you don’t need when you can deliver a better experience through the web.Fast ASP.NET WebsitesI haven’t read this but the summary sounds good if you are a .net developerGET IN TOUCHYou can chat to either of us about the topics covered in the episode or anything of interest =]Dean and...
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