I am a bit obsessed with thought models. They can be useful ways to think about things and my logical mind loves the idea of explaining complex things simply. One of the thought models that I love most is one centered on how different people view themselves and the world.

The big one that gets a lot of attention is fixed versus growth mindset. Do you believe you are born talented or smart or do you believe that you can learn and do anything if you work hard enough?

Another one that can have a big impact on your development and maybe your relationships is knowing versus learning. When you read or hear something that does not sound right, are you quick to judge it because you know it is wrong or do you think, “I wonder why they think that way?”

The last one that particularly affects those of us that own or work for small businesses is scarcity versus abundance. Are you focused on getting as much of the pie as you can or do you want to make the pie bigger so there is plenty for everyone?

For a happy and fulfilling life, my advice is to focus on growth, learning and abundance.