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Rewire for Success: Growth Mindset Secrets for Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

04/25/25 • 30 min

The Business Bookmark - Leadership Mastery for CEOs, Founders and Managers

In this episode of The Business Bookmark, hosts Howard Montagu and Harjit Chana dive into Carol Dweck’s bestselling book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success to explore how a growth mindset can transform the way entrepreneurs and leaders think, lead, and build successful businesses.

Together, they unpack how adopting a growth mindset—versus a fixed mindset—can fuel innovation, improve decision-making, and strengthen team culture in your business. Whether you’re running a startup, managing a growing team, or simply want to be a better leader, this episode offers practical strategies to lead with resilience and long-term impact.

🔑 Key Topics Covered:

00:00 Introduction to the growth mindset and why it matters for leaders
02:09 Fixed vs. growth mindset – how your beliefs shape your business success
05:02 The power of “yet” – a game-changer for personal and team development
08:10 How to reframe failure as an opportunity for growth
11:17 Why praising effort and process drives higher performance
14:22 How mindsets spread across teams and cultures
15:30 The cautionary tale of Enron: what a toxic mindset can do
16:14 Microsoft’s transformation under Satya Nadella’s growth mindset leadership
17:09 Real-world strategies to instill a growth mindset in your leadership style
18:24 Leading through disagreement and negotiation with a growth mindset
20:59 Personal reflections on leading with growth from Howard and Harjit
24:07 A critical review of Mindset – what holds up and what doesn’t
27:35 Actionable takeaways for entrepreneurs, founders, and team leaders

Whether you’re a founder, CEO, startup leader, or small business owner, this episode will help you reframe how you lead and think. If you’re serious about personal growth and leadership development, this is a must-listen.

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🔑 Key Topics Covered:

00:00 Introduction to the growth mindset and why it matters for leaders
02:09 Fixed vs. growth mindset – how your beliefs shape your business success
05:02 The power of “yet” – a game-changer for personal and team development
08:10 How to reframe failure as an opportunity for growth
11:17 Why praising effort and process drives higher performance
14:22 How mindsets spread across teams and cultures
15:30 The cautionary tale of Enron: what a toxic mindset can do
16:14 Microsoft’s transformation under Satya Nadella’s growth mindset leadership
17:09 Real-world strategies to instill a growth mindset in your leadership style
18:24 Leading through disagreement and negotiation with a growth mindset
20:59 Personal reflections on leading with growth from Howard and Harjit
24:07 A critical review of Mindset – what holds up and what doesn’t
27:35 Actionable takeaways for entrepreneurs, founders, and team leaders

👉 Subscribe now and follow us for more deep dives into the business books that shape great leaders.

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Mastering Crucial Conversations: The Secret Skill of Great Leaders

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What if one conversation could make or break your leadership? In this episode of The Business Bookmark, hosts Howard and Harjit dive into the game-changing book Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler.

Discover how top leaders turn difficult conversations into powerful moments of clarity, trust, and progress. From creating psychological safety to staying calm under pressure, Howard and Harjit unpack the key skills that help leaders handle high-stakes situations with confidence and control.

Packed with real-life examples, practical takeaways, and a few laughs along the way, this episode will transform how you lead, collaborate, and connect. Whether you’re managing a team or navigating tough talks in life, this is a must-listen.

00:00 Introduction to Crucial Conversations

01:25 The Importance of Effective Conversations

03:42 Statistics on Communication and Productivity

07:34 Defining Crucial Conversations

09:22 Principle 1: Start with Heart

11:57 Principle 2: Create Psychological Safety

16:37 Principle 3: Master Your Stories

19:19 The Importance of Active Listening

20:19 Introducing the STATE Framework

20:53 Breaking Down the STATE Method

22:26 Applying the STATE Method in Conversations

25:28 Encouraging Feedback and Testing