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Engineering Success: How an Abundance Mindset Drives Great Leadership

Writer's picture: Sally TwisletonSally Twisleton

Updated: May 13, 2024



Seedlings growing in the sunshine

Over the last few weeks I have been reading and thinking a lot about abundance. An abundance mindset is crucial for leaders because it fosters an environment of creativity, innovation, and growth by encouraging the belief that there are enough resources and opportunities for everyone to succeed. 



A couple of good evidence informed books around this are “The Source” by Dr Tara Swart and “The Scarcity Brain” by Michael Easter. Dr. Swart emphasizes how embracing neuroplasticity and positive mental practices can transform our approach, enabling us to see beyond immediate challenges to the vast possibilities ahead. Similarly, Michael Easter discusses the transformative power of moving away from a scarcity mindset to enhance decision-making and resilience.



In engineering, where innovation and efficiency drive success, an abundance mindset can really make a difference. This mindset helps leaders to focus on collaboration, expansive thinking, and long-term success, which are essential for driving sustainable business growth and overcoming competitive challenges.



A recent Forbes article reinforces this perspective, showing that leaders who adopt an abundance mindset, akin to a growth mindset, are not only more optimistic but also more adept at fostering environments that encourage creativity and strategic risk-taking. https://lnkd.in/ebakFrmX



How might your leadership change if you shifted from seeing limitations to imagining possibilities?



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