Published: June 1, 2026 • 8:38 PM IST · Updated: June 1, 2026 • 11:44 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Carol Dweck’s quote, “In the growth mindset, talent is something you build on and develop,” is a powerful reminder that talent is not a finished gift.
It is a starting point.
In her work on growth mindset, Dweck argues that people achieve more when they believe abilities can be developed through effort, practice, strategy and feedback.
For students, professionals, athletes and leaders, the quote offers a timeless lesson: do not merely display talent;
“In the growth mindset, talent is something you build on and develop, not something you simply display to the world and try to coast to success on.” — Carol S.