Patton's Picks: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

Leadership Resources for the Philanthropic Sector

Welcome to the inaugural edition of Patton's Picks, where we spotlight Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck. This seminal book is the cornerstone of our approach to cultivating leadership in the philanthropic sector and is also the first book we send in our welcome package to members of our Mastermind Leadership Program. Adopting a growth mindset is critical to success as a nonprofit leader. Why should you read this book? Here are three reasons "Mindset" is a must-read for every nonprofit leader.

1. Fosters Growth in Leadership: Dweck's analysis of fixed versus growth mindsets revolutionizes our understanding of leadership potential. Adopting a growth mindset is crucial for leaders who aspire to navigate challenges, learn from feedback, and overcome adversity, essential traits for steering nonprofit organizations towards success.
2. Enhances Team Development: Implementing the mindset philosophy can significantly impact how leaders inspire and nurture their teams. Promoting a growth mindset within your organization can lead to a more empowered, innovative, and resilient team, ready to contribute their best towards the mission.
3. Improves Problem-Solving: The dynamic and often unpredictable nature of the nonprofit sector demands innovative problem-solving skills. "Mindset" encourages leaders to view challenges through a lens of possibility, fostering a culture of creativity and strategic thinking that can lead to breakthrough solutions.

Stay tuned for more of Patton's Picks, your go-to source for resources that enlighten, challenge, and prepare you for a rewarding journey in nonprofit leadership. Embrace a growth mindset with us, and let's collectively advance the philanthropic sector to new levels of effectiveness and impact.

Dr. Patton McDowell, CFRE, MBA, is the creator of the innovative PMA Mastermind Leadership Program, a unique offering designed to elevate nonprofit leaders through comprehensive training and peer collaboration. He is also the author of the best-selling book, Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, and host of the weekly podcast with the same name, available here. Since founding PMA Nonprofit Leadership in 2009, Patton has strategically guided over 300 nonprofit organizations to achieve their fullest potential. A Certified Fundraising Executive and Master Trainer for AFP Global, he serves as Executive in Residence at Cornell University's Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and as Director of the Institute for Philanthropic Leadership.