Mindset Matters by Gemma Leigh Roberts Summary
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Discover how to thrive in uncertainty with "Mindset Matters," the guide that's transformed professional development for millions. How did Spotify adapt during COVID-19? Learn the mental agility secrets behind today's most resilient companies - the same strategies taught to over 6 million LinkedIn learners worldwide.
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The Power of Mindset in an Uncertain World
In today's rapidly evolving professional landscape, the difference between thriving and merely surviving comes down to one critical factor: mindset. As workplace uncertainty becomes our new normal, mental agility has emerged as the essential skill for navigating complexity. Nobody-not CEOs, directors, or governments-has a clear roadmap anymore. We're all in separate boats experiencing the same storm, trying to stay afloat while searching for direction. Even before the pandemic accelerated change, we were already navigating a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) environment. Remote work was increasing, the gig economy was rising, and technology was creating "always on" cultures leading to burnout. For the first time in history, five generations work side-by-side, bringing diverse perspectives but also changing expectations about finding meaning in our work. The most successful organizations demonstrate how mindset shapes outcomes. Netflix evolved from DVD rental to award-winning media company by focusing on customer needs rather than specific products. Meanwhile, Blockbuster's failure wasn't from ignoring change but from pivoting too slowly. DBS Bank transformed from traditional state institution to tech company by embracing startup culture, while Kodak failed by denying digital photography's importance. Mental agility isn't about predicting the future-it's about developing the cognitive flexibility to handle whatever comes. Those who are mentally agile connect seemingly unrelated dots, like Steve Jobs taking a calligraphy class that later inspired Mac fonts, or Pierre Omidyar connecting the internet with his partner's PEZ dispenser collection to create eBay. What would your next unexpected connection lead to?
Building Resilience: Your Foundation for Growth
Developing Cognitive Flexibility: The Mental Adaptation Toolkit
Mastering the Everyday Pivot: Small Shifts, Big Results
Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Beyond Natural Talent
Emotional Intelligence: The Human Edge in a Digital World
Finding Meaning Through Connection in Uncertainty
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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