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b. Embrace Challenges: View challenges as opportunities for growth and development. Embrace them with a positive attitude, seeking to learn from them and gain new experiences.Hattie, John (2012). Visible learning for teachers: Maximizing impact on learning. New York: Taylor and Francis. Yolles, Maurice; Fink, Gerhard (2021-07-28). A Configuration Approach to Mindset Agency Theory. Cambridge University Press. doi: 10.1017/9781108974028. ISBN 978-1-108-97402-8. S2CID 240681258. The main way to avoid the Cobra Effect is to keep away from linear thinking—when our thinking proceeds in a sequential manner. Because a straight line between two points is the most efficient way to get from one place to another, linear thinking feels like the most intuitive way to solve a problem. But it’s often not the right way. People with an abundance mindset believe that there are enough resources for everyone, and see the glass as half-full; those with a scarcity mindset believe that there is a limited number of resources, and see the glass as half-empty. [57] Mehta and Zhu found that an "abundance mindset makes people think beyond established functionalities to explore broadly for solutions, thereby heightening creativity. In contrast, a scarcity mindset induces functional fixedness, thereby reducing creativity." [58] Productive and defensive mindsets [ edit ]

Mehta, Ravi; Zhu, Meng (2012). Gürhan-Canli, Zeynep; Otnes, Cele; Zhu, Rui (Juliet) (eds.). "Do the worst of times increase creativity?: Scarcity vs. abundance psychology and creativity". NA - Advances in Consumer Research. 40: 58–61. The study of mindsets includes definition, measurement, and categorization. Scholars in the same discipline differ. [5] Mindset agency [ edit ] a b Boaler, Jo (2013). "Ability and Mathematics: the mindset revolution that is reshaping education" (PDF). Forum. 55 (1): 143–152. doi: 10.2304/forum.2013.55.1.143. Yolles, Maurice; Fink, Gerhard (2016-11-20). "Maruyama Mindscapes, Myers-Briggs Type Indicators and Cultural Agency Mindset Types". SSRN 2873082.c. Emotional Resilience: Build emotional resilience by developing healthy coping mechanisms and managing stress effectively. Practice self-care, seek support when needed, and maintain a positive outlook even during challenging times. Javidan, M., & Walker, J. L. (2013). Developing Your Global Mindset: The Handbook for Successful Global Leaders. Edina, MN: Beaver's Pond Press.

e. Leadership Potential: Individuals with the Cobra mindset possess qualities that make them effective leaders. Their focus, agility, and resilience inspire and motivate others, creating a positive and dynamic team environment. An institution is related to collective mindset; an entrepreneurial mindset refers to a person who "values uncertainty in the marketplace and seeks to continuously identify opportunities with the potential to lead to important innovations". [20] An institution with an entrepreneurial philosophy will have entrepreneurial goals and strategies. It fosters an entrepreneurial milieu, allowing each entity to pursue emerging opportunities. A collective mindset fosters values which lead to a particular practice. Hitt cites the five dimensions of an entrepreneurial mindset as "autonomy, innovativeness, risk taking, proactiveness, and competitive aggressiveness". [21] Theories [ edit ] a. Set Clear Goals: Define clear and specific goals to focus your energy and efforts. Break them down into manageable steps and create action plans to achieve them. In addition to the field of cognitive psychology, the study of mindset is evident in the social sciences and other fields (such as positive psychology). Characteristic of this area of study is its fragmentation among academic disciplines. [5] Politics [ edit ]a b Seaton, Fiona S. (2018). "Empowering teachers to implement a growth mindset". Educational Psychology in Practice. 34 (1): 41–57. doi: 10.1080/02667363.2017.1382333. S2CID 149189021. a. Focus and Precision: The Cobra mindset emphasizes the ability to focus intensely on goals and objectives. Like a cobra fixated on its target, individuals with this mindset possess a laser-like focus that enables them to channel their energy towards achieving their desired outcomes. Argyris, Chris (2004). Reasons and Rationalizations: The Limits to Organizational Knowledge. Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press. Grit, the combination of determination and perseverance, is related to a growth mindset. [31] Keown and Bourke discussed the importance of a growth mindset and grit. Their 2019 study found that people with lower economic status had a greater chance of success if they had a growth mindset and were willing to work through tribulation. [32]