In today's fast-changing work environment, technical skills alone are not enough. What truly sets professionals apart is their mindset—specifically, a growth mindset. Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, a growth mindset is the belief that your abili…
In today's fast-changing work environment, technical skills alone are not enough. What truly sets professionals apart is their mindset—specifically, a growth mindset. Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, a growth mindset is the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and persistence.
Why a Growth Mindset Matters in Your Career:
It fuels continuous learning and adaptability.
It helps you embrace challenges instead of avoiding them.
It builds resilience in the face of failure or setbacks.
It encourages constructive feedback as a tool for improvement.
It opens the door to new opportunities and innovation.
Fixed Mindset vs. Growth Mindset at Work:
Fixed Mindset
Growth Mindset
"I'm not good at this."
"I can learn how to do this."
"Feedback means I failed."
"Feedback helps me improve."
"I avoid challenges."
"I see challenges as chances to grow."
"My skills are limited."
"My skills can be developed over time."
How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset:
Reframe Failure: See mistakes as data—not defeat. Reflect on what you can learn rather than what went wrong. Ask More Questions: Curiosity leads to growth. Don't be afraid to say "I don't know—yet." Set Learning Goals: Instead of just outcome goals (e.g., "get promoted"), set goals like "master project management tools by Q3." Surround Yourself with Learners: Work with and learn from people who challenge and inspire you. Track Progress: Document how far you've come, what you've learned, and how you've overcome obstacles.
Real Career Impact:
Professionals with a growth mindset are more likely to take initiative, volunteer for stretch assignments, and pursue new skills. Over time, this mindset leads to higher performance, greater job satisfaction, and more career mobility.
Conclusion:
Your mindset shapes your career more than you think. By choosing to believe in your potential for growth, you open the door to a career that evolves with you—not despite you.
The Katsina State Government has completed the renovation of the Gidan Kuli groundnut oil mill in Kankia, reviving a facility that had been inactive for over three decades. Expected to begin full operations soon, the upgraded oil mill will create…
The Katsina State Government has completed the renovation of the Gidan Kuli groundnut oil mill in Kankia, reviving a facility that had been inactive for over three decades.
Expected to begin full operations soon, the upgraded oil mill will create over 500 direct and indirect jobs, stimulate agro-processing, and provide a ready market for local groundnut farmers.
The overhaul was carried out by the Katsina Youth Craft Village (KYCV) and included the installation of modern equipment, administrative buildings, shops, and perimeter fencing.
Governor Dikko Radda described the facility as both an economic hub and a symbol of renewed commitment to agricultural heritage. Significantly, the mill will operate under the supervision of the Ministry of Women Affairs to support female entrepreneurs in agro-processing.
"This centre will serve as an economic lifeline for thousands of women entrepreneurs across Katsina," the governor stated, adding that the project aligns with his administration's economic diversification agenda.
The move marks a strategic effort to re-establish groundnut production and processing as a key contributor to northern Nigeria's economy.
A major push to deepen U.S.-Africa economic ties is underway, as the United States rolls out a new Commercial Diplomacy Strategy to boost exports, investments, and partnerships across the continent. Speaking at the 2025 AmCham Business Summit in …
A major push to deepen U.S.-Africa economic ties is underway, as the United States rolls out a new Commercial Diplomacy Strategy to boost exports, investments, and partnerships across the continent.
Speaking at the 2025 AmCham Business Summit in Abidjan, Ambassador Troy Fitrell, acting head of the Africa Bureau at the U.S. State Department, emphasized America's commitment to "eliminate trade deficits and drive mutual prosperity."
Despite Africa's vast market potential, U.S. exports to Sub-Saharan Africa remain under 1% of total trade volume—a figure unchanged for two decades. The new strategy aims to reverse that trend.
A follow-up U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit is scheduled for later this year to further drive collaboration.
The summit followed the 2025 Africa CEO Forum, which brought together 2,800 business and political leaders—including the presidents of Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, South Africa, Mauritania, and Rwanda.
For African businesses, especially SMEs, this shift signals new pathways for investment, joint ventures, and expanded access to U.S. markets.
