By fostering a growth mindset, leaders allow individuals and teams' mindsets which don’t limit actions, productivity, and success. Leaders have to instill a belief in people that they can grow and do things differently from how they have done it before. “That’s the way I always do things” represent a fixed mindset. Companies are now starting to realize that the difference between fixed and growth mindsets in employees can significantly impact workplace performance. In addition to the personal development benefits, a growth mindset also makes employees better team players. With a growth mindset, people are: • Motivated to learn and improve with feedback • Able to change and adapt skills, behaviors, and attitudes faster • Inspired by their teammates’ achievements • Willing to share knowledge and help others succeed In thisepisode of Q&A on Breakthrough Leadership, Lou Quinto and Craig Anderson discuss the benefits of a growth mindset in three areas: cultivating a growth mindset; providing formative feedback, and creating space for a new idea.