In this episode, we explore the concept of growth mindset and why it's so important in the food industry. We start by defining the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, and how they can impact our success and happiness at work.

We share some personal examples of times when we've struggled with a fixed mindset, such as Amy’s aversion to competitive sports and Lucy's childhood disappointment with not being able to read and write immediately.

We then discuss how a growth mindset is essential for thriving in the fast-paced and ever-changing world of food product development.

When projects don't go as planned or products fail to launch, it's crucial to view these setbacks as learning opportunities rather than failures.

We also emphasise the importance of actively seeking out feedback, even if it's scary or not what you want to hear, in order to continuously grow and improve.

Throughout the episode, we provide practical tips for developing a growth mindset, such as reframing challenges as puzzles to be solved, being patient with yourself when learning new things, and letting go of the need to be perfect.

We also discuss how leaders can foster a growth mindset culture within their teams by encouraging risk-taking, providing a safe space for failure, and regularly reflecting on learnings from past projects.

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:24 Definition of growth mindset vs fixed mindset

04:23 How a growth mindset affects children's learning

05:29 Switching between fixed and growth mindsets

08:33 Perfectionism as a fixed mindset trait

09:15 Handling criticism and feedback

11:32 How growth mindset manifests in the food industry

13:10 Sponsor break

14:13 Importance of reflecting on project learnings

15:16 Practical tips for developing a growth mindset

17:12 Fostering a growth mindset culture in your business

18:06 Wrap-up and outro

Links and Resources

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See you next time!