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The cover to the book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success"
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
I found ‘Mindset’ an easy read, deceptively casual. I continue to remember snippets at surprising moments. The examples – from sports, corporations, the art world – have stayed with me. The idea that each of us is very much a work in progress is powerful!
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The cover to the book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success"
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
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