WHAT THIS IS

This quick self-assessment helps you explore your mindset when faced with challenge, feedback, or failure.

It’s based on the work of psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck, who introduced the idea of fixed and growth mindsets and connects directly with Be More Strategic, Chapter 3 on learning and curiosity.

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WHY IT MATTERS

In the Strategic Mastery Framework, curiosity and learning form the foundation of open-mindedness.

If curiosity opens the door, mindset determines whether you walk through it.

People with a fixed mindset believe abilities are static (“I’m just not good at that”).

Those with a growth mindset believe they can improve with effort, feedback, and practice (“I can learn to get better at that”).

Strategic thinkers cultivate a growth mindset, they treat mistakes as data, feedback as fuel, and learning as a lifelong discipline.

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“The most strategic people I’ve coached are those who remain curious, coachable and unafraid to be wrong.”

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HOW TO USE THIS TOOL

Read each statement below and note how strongly you agree or disagree.

Be honest. There are no right or wrong answers.

Then review your pattern at the end to reflect on your current mindset toward feedback and learning.