What a great question!

Our lives are profoundly influenced by the mindset we adopt, with two primary mindsets shaping our approach to the world: a fixed mindset and a growth mindset.

My biggest challenge in terms of mindset, especially when it comes to my career, is consistently maintaining a growth mindset. This is often more difficult than it sounds. There are times when I have to consciously shift my thinking, almost like using a Jedi mind trick, to embrace that growth mindset—especially during tough days, weeks, months, or even challenging quarters or years.

When I’m going through a rough patch I remind myself that I have abilities that can be developed and improved through effort, learning, and perseverance.

I remind myself to embrace challenges, viewing them as opportunities to grow and expand my skills.

I tell myself that I refuse to be deterred by failure, instead I choose to view those failures as a valuable part of the learning process.

Research proves that a growth mindset fosters resilience, creativity, and a willingness to explore the unfamiliar, all of which are essential for continuous personal and professional development.

Best of luck to you in all of your future endeavors!