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Timeless Lessons for a 2026 Growth Mindset

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As leaders everywhere set sights on the new year, I encourage professionals to embrace a growth mindset as the key to lasting achievement and fulfillment.

Success is about the experiences you have, the relationships you build, and the lessons you apply.

As Executive Chairman of USANA Health Sciences, four traits stand out to me when it comes to building a growth mindset:

  1. Resilience to navigate setbacks
  2. Curiosity to keep learning
  3. Purpose to fuel meaningful action
  4. Awareness to identify both opportunities and risks

Leaders and teams who lean into these qualities can see real results, whether in professional or personal development.

In All the Right Reasons, I recall a pivotal moment early in my career when a rushed business decision and ignoring my gut led to a major financial loss.

It stung, without a doubt. But that pain reshaped the way I do business today, and I’ve found that the hardest moments often teach us the most. That’s where growth lives.

Growth Mindset Strategies

For anyone looking to take their own mindset to the next level in 2026, I suggest four initial strategies:

  1. Find mentors who challenge and inspire you
  2. Practice positive self-talk, which is more powerful than most think
  3. Look for ways to serve others, inside and outside the office
  4. Never underestimate the quiet nudge of intuition; it can point you to your best decisions

I shared a version of this article in a news release on Jan. 5, 2026. USANA Health Sciences, a global leader in health and wellness products, has long recognized the importance of social wellness in building a successful business. Since its founding in 1992, USANA has focused on clear, concise communication to build trust with its customers and distributors in 25 countries. For more information about USANA Health Sciences and its dedication to promoting health, wellness, and entrepreneurial success, visit USANA.com. 

What I’m Reading — Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

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In the video below, I share a story about an interaction I had recently that illustrates “mindset.”

An employee greeted me as I walked through the front door at work recently. I asked how she was doing. She looked at me right in the eye and said, “You know, today’s going to be a great day.”

It struck me because I thought to myself, today is going to be a great day. And it’s going to be a great day because I think it’s going to be a great day. It’s where I’m at.

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success

I’ve spoken recently about the power of mindset. In her book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, author Carol S. Dweck does a phenomenal job outlining the concept.

I’m often asked about the difference between leaders who succeed in USANA and those who don’t.

It boils down to two things: growth vs. fixed mindset.

Mindset - Growth vs. FixedIn Mindset, Dweck discusses two different ways of thinking about things. We can either have a fixed or growth mindset. Those who are successful and continue to grow are those who employ a growth mindset.

In contrast, those who have “fixed” mindsets aren’t seeking to grow. They aren’t interested in learning new things. They’re content living their life in the same way they always have lived it.

I encourage you to think about your own way of thinking. Is today a great day? Did you decide it’s going to be a great day? Because you’re the only one who can decide.

One thing I’ve learned is this: the only person I have control over is me. My mindset is so critical to my performance and to my happiness.

I challenge you to take a look at this book. Think about which bucket you fall into. Is it “growth” or “fixed?” Are you open to trying new things? Or is “operating as usual” more comfortable for you?

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