Summary of The Agile Mindset - And Beyond • Linda Rising • GOTO 2012

00:00:00 - 00:45:00

In this video, Linda Rising discusses the importance of having an agile mindset. She talks about how this mindset can help people to achieve success, regardless of their talent or intelligence. She also discusses the importance of diversity on teams, and how we can encourage it by hiring people who are different from ourselves.

• 00:00:00 In this talk, Linda Rising discusses the two mindsets that people have when it comes to their talents and abilities. The first mindset is the "talent myth," in which people believe that they are born with a certain level of talent or ability, and there is nothing that they can do to improve upon it. The second mindset is the "agile mindset," in which people believe in growth and learning.
• 00:05:00 The two mindsets, the fixed and agile, dominate how we tend to think and approach things. The fixed mindset is where people believe that their natural ability or lack thereof dictates their ability to succeed, and as a result, they spend a lot of time trying to prove to others that they are good at what they do. The agile mindset, on the other hand, is where people believe that their abilities can be improved through training and effort. This mindset has a big impact on our lives, as it determines the goals that we seek and the ways in which we approach challenges. For bright young girls, the fixed mindset can lead to them becoming overwhelmed when confronted with difficult situations, such as taking a difficult math class or studying for a science test.
• 00:10:00 The video discusses the difference between the agile and fixed mindset, and how the former is more encouraging and focused on growth. It also points out that those with the fixed mindset are more likely to stereotype others and believe that what we all have is fixed.
• 00:15:00 In the video, Linda Rising discusses the "agile mindset," which is a mindset that allows for more openness and acceptance of others. She discusses how those with the agile mindset are less likely to stereotype others, and how this can be a benefit to both the individual and the group.
• 00:20:00 The video discusses a study in which female students who were given a difficult math test were more likely to remember checking the "male" box than those who were not given the box. The video suggests that this may be due to the subtle reminder of being a member of a stereotyped group.
• 00:25:00 The presenter discusses the concept of the "agile mindset" and how it can be useful for individuals in the workplace. She talks about a study in which managers were found to make decisions about employees' performance within hours of meeting them. She also discusses the idea of stereotypes and how they can have a negative impact on individuals. The presenter encourages attendees to be open to new data and to be skeptical of preconceived notions.
• 00:30:00 The video discusses the difference between the "fixed" and "agile" mindsets, and how both can be cultivated. The video describes research that suggests having an agile mindset can help people achieve success, regardless of their talent or intelligence. The video offers suggestions for how to have an agile mindset, including praising effort, asking questions, and celebrating failure.
• 00:35:00 The speaker at the beginning of the video discusses how people often have a fixed mindset, which limits their ability to learn and achieve success. The speaker gives examples of how the agile mindset is about learning, experimenting, and striving for perfection, while avoiding the pitfalls of perfectionism and self-doubt. The speaker provides downloadable slides for those who want to learn more about the agile mindset.
• 00:40:00 The video discusses the benefits of having an agile mindset, citing research that shows that people with an agile mindset are better equipped to handle change and succeed in their careers. It also discusses the importance of diversity on teams, and how we can encourage it by hiring people who are different from ourselves.
• 00:45:00 The speaker discusses the idea that as people get older, they may have a different learning style, which can impede their progress in learning new things. She also discusses research that shows that, in some cases, women can be better at certain tasks than men.