We all experience moments when we slip into a fixed mindset. It’s a natural part of how people respond to challenge, uncertainty, & feedback. Research shows that becoming aware of our fixed mindset triggers can actually strengthen our capacity to learn and adapt. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

We’re launching a new series—EA Impact—to highlight how evidence-based approaches to shaping environments can drive more equitable outcomes and improved performance across sectors. Check out our first post on Linkedin about the Student Experience Project. www.linkedin.com/posts/equity...

We’re excited to share a new resource for educators—a first-of-its-kind online course that distills more than 15 years of research on mindset cultures into practical, low-lift strategies for today’s college classrooms. Enroll today to get early access and $40 off: accelerateequity.org/25sli

Microcultures—small teams with a growth mindset culture—can spark transformation within any organization. Microcultures don’t just adapt to change. They accelerate it. 🌱 Start small. Grow big. Check out our Linkedin post to learn me: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

High‑effort situations can be a reliable trigger for fixed-minded thinking, especially when we already have a lot on our plates. In this weeks Ask EA, Krysti Ryan, COO, reflects on how noticing that shift in the moment & pausing can create space for a different response. tinyurl.com/msscd7v8

⏳ Final week to join the waitlist & gain early access to our new online course launching January 2026! 🎓 Creating Growth Mindset Cultures in College Classrooms 💡 Waitlist members receive early access on December 16th 💸 Special introductory pricing: $159 (20% off) accelerateequity.org/25sli

The evidence‑based way to think about mindset is as a continuum—where individuals’ mindset beliefs shift & are shaped by the cultures they are part of. Every organization has a mindset culture. To learn more about the mindset continuum, check out our LinkedIn post: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

💡 Did you know that small teams within an organization or educational institution can have a massive impact on overall culture? Change starts small, but it grows fast. 🌿

Every gathering of people has a mindset culture. Yet many organizations have little insight into what theirs is or how deeply it shapes outcomes. The good news is that fostering a growth mindset culture is possible in almost any setting. What’s your organization’s mindset culture? 🌱

🎉 Big congratulations to Mary Murphy, whose book Cultures of Growth has been awarded the 2025 SPSP Book Prize: spsp.org/news/spsp-ne... We’re so proud to see Mary’s work honored in this way.

🌱 Our environments and the cues within them shape how people engage, persist, and feel supported. Check out our LinkedIn post that provides a few "This not That" examples of how small changes can make a big impact on fostering a Culture of Growth. www.linkedin.com/posts/equity...

In higher education and organizational settings, growth mindset cultures are communicated through routine norms, policies, and practices. When environments communicate that abilities develop with practice, feedback, and support, learners remain engaged and motivated, even in moments of difficulty.

We are excited to share that Equity Accelerator is launching a new online course, Creating Growth Mindset Cultures in College Classrooms, in January 2026. 🎟️ Join the waitlist today to receive early access and a special introductory price of $159 (20% off). 🔗 accelerateequity.org/25sli

At Equity Accelerator, we know that organizations with Cultures of Growth still seek talented people. They also value motivation, creativity, problem-solving, and the willingness to keep developing. To learn more, check out our post on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Halloween is a good time to talk about fear, the very real fears that shape how we show up at work. In Cultures of Growth, @marycmurphy.bsky.social reframes these moments as mindset triggers. They're not signs of weakness, they're signals for where growth can happen. tinyurl.com/3d8224rx

Leadership meetings do more than align strategy. They shape culture. In his latest Substack, EA’s Director of Consulting Eliot Johnson shares tips for leading meetings in ways that support collaboration, innovation, & growth. 📖 Read the full post: theequityaccelerator.substack.com/p/how-to-inf...

🧠 Ever notice how you sometimes doubt yourself when the pressure’s on? That’s a mindset trigger—your environment might be nudging you toward your fixed mindset. 👉 Want a clearer picture of your own patterns? Take the Mindset Triggers Pulse Check to find out: accelerateequity.org/resource/min...

Ever feel like you're being evaluated even when no one says it out loud? In this first episode of our new ASK EA series, Dr. Kathy Emerson shares how evaluative situations still pull her toward a fixed mindset and the intentional strategies she uses to shift back toward growth.

As the semester settles into full swing, Dr. Mary Murphy’s reflection on mindset & transition remains deeply relevant. A valuable read for educators, leaders, & anyone guiding others through change. tinyurl.com/wf3mzcp3

🚨 Now Open: Waitlist for Our Newest Online Course Launching January 2026 🎓 Creating Growth Mindset Cultures in College Classrooms What if small shifts in your course could improve student engagement, learning, and outcomes? accelerateequity.org/25sbs

🔍 What triggers your fixed mindset? In the debut episode of ASK EA, we introduce a series exploring the subtle but impactful moments that nudge us - yes, even mindset experts, into a fixed mindset. Follow along as we release more videos, each focused on a unique trigger & how to navigate it.

Mindset Triggers: The Hidden Moments That Shape Learning and Leadership Growth mindset goes beyond beliefs; it’s about our reactions in key moments. Check out our short Mindset Triggers post on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #Mindset #Growth #Leadership #Learning

Everyone is a culture creator, AND senior leaders, people managers, or faculty members have a disproportionate impact on an organization's culture given their formal power and authority within a system.

Staff Spotlight: Cassie Hartzog, Senior Data Analyst open.substack.com/pub/theequit... #CulturesOfGrowth #DataAnalyst #EquityData #GrowthMindset #Knitting

Care & Equity in Teaching: How We Created a Cultures of Growth Pod Without Even Realizing It open.substack.com/pub/theequit... #EquityInEducation #EvidenceBasedTeaching #CulturesOfGrowth #HigherEd #FacultyDevelopment #TeachingInnovation #TeachingExcellence #StudentBelonging #GrowthMindset

Culture of Growth pods enable groups to collaborate effectively & unleash their innovative potential. Swipe through the slides below to learn more about the benefits & impact of growth pods on #mindsetculture. Contact us to learn how we can support leaders in creating & sustaining growth pods.

Staff Spotlight: Sophie Kuchynka, Research Scientist open.substack.com/pub/theequit... #CulturesOfGrowth #GrowthMindset #EquityinEducation #ResearchScientist #Crossfit #HigherEducation

Convening scholars and practitioners for catalyzing equitable systems change for higher education #EquityinEducation #HigherEducation #CulturesOfGrowth #GrowthMindset #FacultyDevelopment #InterdisciplinaryResearch #InstitutionalChange #HigherEd open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

🗝️ Growth-minded #cultures are the key to unlocking #collaboration and #innovation in your organization and boosting motivation and performance within your teams. #CulturesOfGrowth www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

What kind of mindset culture are you cultivating at your organization? theequityaccelerator.substack.com/publish/post...

New research identifies four core elements of student belonging at college open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

Staff Spotlight: Krysti Ryan, Chief Operating Officer open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

Did you know 64% of orgs who adopt a growth mindset culture report higher productivity & performance, & 58% cite improved employee engagement as a benefit (Gallup)? Learn how we can support you curate the culture that will help you turn your vision into reality here: accelerateequity.org/services/

Time-Sensitive Resources for our Research Community open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

🧪 If you had your NSF grant terminated, I'd *highly* recommend going to this Friday's webinar. Friday May 9 at 2-3 pm ET Will talk about both the appeals process, in addition to allowable closeout costs. Share widely. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

How to take a research-backed approach to understand your students’ experiences and support their success open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

6 Easy Steps Leaders Can Take Towards Building Cultures of Growth #leadership #CulturesOfGrowth #GrowthMindset #changemanagement open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

New Research: How Colleges Can Expand Opportunities for Student Belonging on Campus open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

🎤 In this month's Staff Spotlight, we interviewed Stephen Bernardini, our Senior #ProjectManager. 📹 Watch this video for more about how he ensures our internal/external projects run smoothly, and how he embraces #growthmindset to bring his team’s learnings to make broader improvements!

🚨New Report: Enhancing Trust & Reducing Threat provides insights on how courts & institutions can foster trust and reduce inequities theequityaccelerator.substack.com/p/three-key-... #Justice #Equity #InstitutionalTrust #MindsetCulture #LegalInnovation #CulturesOfGrowth

We're honored our team members collaborated on @bcfginitiative.bsky.social's megastudy with #Zearn. 15 email nudges were tested on 140K teachers and 3M students. Guess which ones emerged as most effective? #Growthmindset ones! Read about the study in @pnas.org! www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...

In this month’s Staff Spotlight, interviewed our Director of Research Kathy Emerson! Watch for inspiring examples of how she applies #CulturesOfGrowth practices in her professional & personal life, and how you can embrace a #growthmindset at any age! theequityaccelerator.substack.com/p/staff-spot...

Register now for Eliot Johnson's online workshop "Creating Cultures of Growth" hosted by the Pacific Northwest Organization Development Network on March 17th from 4PM - 6PM PST. lnkd.in/er2pTiNi #growthmindset #CulturesOfGrowth #organizationalleadership #organizationaldevelopment #leadership

Eliot Johnson's key takeaways from his keynot at EY's new managers conference for creating #CulturesofGrowth open.substack.com/pub/theequit... #growthmindset #leadership #equity #EYUnplugged #EYHorizons

Watch this interview w/ our Sr Operations & Project Manager, Chaghig Walker! She keeps our ship running smoothly & efficiently. Her inspiring career journey will resonate w/ any mom balancing work/life! #growthmindset #culturesofgrowth #WorkLifeBalance #CareerGrowth #careerjourney #projectmanagement

How colleges and universities can turn things around in 2025 #HigherEd #Innovation #CampusCulture #GrowthMindset #FutureOfEducation #cultureofgrowth open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

As we step into 2025 & #performanceevalutation season, there’s a powerful opportunity to use this time to reflect, set goals & cultivate a #CultureofGrowth in your team to set the stage for a year of success, development, & peak performance. theequityaccelerator.substack.com/p/new-year-n...

Happy New Year! Start off 2025 with these low-lift tips you can start to incorporate into your daily and weekly activities for intentionally creating #culturesofgrowth in your organization. theequityaccelerator.substack.com/p/three-thin...

Watch this interview with our Director of Development Gerald Johnson and learn how he applies a #growthmindset towards consistently learning, iterating, and building genuine relationships rooted in trust and authenticity to grow both professionally and personally. open.substack.com/pub/theequit...

As we wrap up 2024 and reflect on a year of progress, challenges, and continued growth, we want to thank you for being part of our journey. Head to our Substack for this month's #CulturesofGrowth roundup. theequityaccelerator.substack.com/p/december-c...