Introduction: The Unshakable Link Between Mindset and Motivation Your mindset is the lens through which you view the world, and your motivation is the engine that drives your actions. Together, they determine whether you hit your goals or stall before you start. According to research from Stanford University’s Carol Dweck, adopting a growth mindset—the belief that your abilities can improve through effort—dramatically increases persistence and achievement. When paired with sustainable motivation strategies, ...