Jonah Engler is a New York City entrepreneur and financial expert. Jonah Engler set himself apart from his competitors with his positive outlook, endless drive, and business acumen. Growing a business is an uphill battle, and attitude rather than IQ is often a better predictor of success.
Research completed at Stanford University identifies two types of attitudes, a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. People with a fixed mindset hold the belief that people don’t change, that you are who you are. This can be a hindrance in the business world when professional challenges seem beyond your abilities, limiting growth and success.
Individuals with a growth mindset believe their skills will improve with enough effort. Even with a lower IQ, these entrepreneurs typically outperform people with a fixed mindset, by seeing challenges as opportunities.
The long-held school of thought that ability and intelligence leads to confidence is only true when the going is easy. Success is often determined by how a person responds to challenges and setbacks. This is where a growth mindset is a business person’s biggest asset.
