Five Habits for Adopting a Learning Mindset
We are living in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. It is an exciting environment in which to learn and take in innovative ideas and new ways of thinking.
David Novak, co-founder and retired CEO of Yum! Brands, Inc., one of the world’s largest restaurant companies in more than 135 countries and territories, shares 5 habits for encouraging openness to learning and listening to new perspectives and ways of thinking. Mr. Novak is also the Founder of David Novak Leadership, the parent company to four non-profits dedicated to developing leaders at every stage of life.
Interestingly, these 5 habits for adopting a learning mindset are aligned with the bedrock of TIRA’s operating principles.
Invite more truth-tellers into your life.
Find people who will tell you the truth so you can hear it and grow. TIRA members, a community of well-respected independent companies worldwide, invite frank talk and openness to listen and consider taking action. The global network leverages the experiences and wisdom of its seasoned entrepreneurs, as well as the fresh perspectives of their next-generation talent, some of whom have been included in various committees to help grow the association.
Learn to see the world the way it really is.
It is essential to see the world as it is to truly learn and grow. Truth-tellers can tell the truth, but listening with a willingness to listen to differing perspectives is key. Do not blindly trust the opinions that you hear. TIRA members regularly share vetted facts, and data and challenge the status quo. The value of learning more about the reality of situations enables members to take action to benefit their clients, transferees, and team members and the talent mobility landscape. TIRA regularly hosts member roundtables with experts in Wellness, Sustainability, Automation, and Cultural Sensitivity.
Give away credit for successful ideas.
Idea sharing flows more regularly when credit is given away. TIRA members believe in the value of giving credit away and crediting the source. Future-forward thinking in a safe environment benefits everyone and reinforces a commitment to excellence and to partnership.
Prime your brain for learning.
Our daily lives are often in the pursuit of completing tasks and projects. As such, we do not take time to stop, learn, and reflect. TIRA values learning and creates events, roundtables, and regular gatherings that encourage active learning.
Teach.
Research has shown that when we teach or mentor others, we are more likely to reflect and learn ourselves. Teaching helps reinforce what we may already know and validates our point of view. TIRA members invite and admire the diversity of thought. They build trusted relationships that matter.
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By Susan Ginsberg at SRG ADVISORY, a TIRA Partner.
