Why Managing Change with a Growth Mindset Matters More Than Ever

2026 has already reminded us of one truth: change isn’t a disruption — it’s the constant.The question is, how do we lead through it?

For many organisations, change still feels like something to “get through” before things return to normal. But the reality is different: change is the environment we operate in. Markets shift, technology evolves, and team dynamics transform — often faster than we expect.

So, what separates teams that thrive from those that simply cope?One thing: a growth mindset.

What Is a Growth Mindset?

Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, a growth mindset is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and persistence. In contrast, a fixed mindset assumes that talent and capability are static.

In times of uncertainty, this distinction matters. Leaders with a growth mindset see challenges as opportunities to learn and innovate. Those with a fixed mindset often default to risk avoidance and rigid thinking — which can stall progress.

Why It’s Critical for Leaders

A growth mindset isn’t just a personal trait; it’s a leadership capability. It influences:

• Decision-making under pressure

• Resilience when plans change

• Team confidence and adaptability

When leaders model a growth mindset, they create cultures where experimentation and learning are valued — and that’s where innovation thrives.

Join Me at the West Midlands Business Festival

To help leaders and managers navigate this reality, I’m delivering an interactive session at the West Midlands Business Festival:

Managing Change with a Growth Mindset

📅 3 February 2026

📍 Blythe Valley Innovation Centre, Solihull

🕒 14:00–16:00

💼 Free to attend

What you’ll learn:

✔ The real difference between growth and fixed mindsets

✔ How mindset shapes leadership under pressure

✔ Practical tools to turn challenges into opportunities

✔ Ways to build a culture of adaptability and continuous learning

✔ Real-world scenarios you can apply immediately

👉 Reserve your spot here: https://booking.wmbf.co.uk/managing-change-with-a-growth-mindset

Change isn’t going away. The question is: will you grow because of it?

Let’s build organisations that don’t just survive change — they thrive because of it.

Kingsley

About Kinetic People Development

We partner with professional services firms to create meaningful mindset and behavioural change. Our programmes blend workplace psychology and principles from elite sport to help individuals and teams think, perform, and lead differently.

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