The concept of a growth mindset gained popularity through the groundbreaking work of psychologist Carol S. Dweck. Dweck, a renowned researcher and professor of psychology at Stanford University, introduced the idea of mindset in her seminal research, which has since become influential in the fields of education, psychology, and leadership.

Dweck's journey into exploring mindsets began with a simple question: Why do some people thrive on challenges and see failures as opportunities to grow, while others are hindered by setbacks and perceive their abilities as fixed?