The Effort Effect - Carol Dweck

Sometimes talent fades away. Sometimes, it persists and shines. Many are the ruminations and excogitations on the subject.

Failure could mean two things - for some it is a road-block, while others perceive it as a stepping stone to success. Who thinks what? and why do they percieve it that way?

Guy Kawasaki points to a interesting study by a Psychology Professor at Stanford University, Carol Dweck who believes she has some answers. (See illustration)