Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
by Carol Dweck
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Author: Carol DweckEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-12-26
ISBN: 0345472322
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: Ballantine Books
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Book Review: A Great But Imperfect Book On Success
Summary: 4 Stars
Often, the simplest solutions are right in front of you all along. A friend of mine who is an Ivy League graduate recommended Dweck to me.
First off, although I gave it four stars, it is one of the better books I have read in a long time. It actually has come along at the right time for me as I have been stuck in a rut.
Dweck's insight, working hard and focusing on growth and learning is not revolutionary. It is practical common sense.
What is revolutionary is her discovery of why this doesn't work so easily for everyone. Dweck provides insights into the internal dialogue that takes place within high achievers, and the fact that there identity is often caught up not in succeeding, but in not failing. In protecting their identity and sense of self as successful.
All too often succesful people have been able to get buy at high levels on pure talent. The challenge is that when the going gets tough they may never have learned the skills that will allow them to persevere.
I gave it a four because although there are lots of insights and analogies to help the reader understand the concept, you are left wondering, "Where do I go from here?"
Perhaps that is her subtle point, it is now up to the reader to figure out and learn what to do next.
To be honest I would have preferred a few practical exercises and perhaps a recommended reading list. As a teacher she should at least provide some subtle nudges and steering.
A quick and worthwhile read.
Recommended!
Bernie
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