About this episode

Molly Fletcher discusses with Shawn Achor the seven core beliefs that predict success and how to rewire limiting beliefs.

Most people are trying to change their results without ever changing the beliefs creating them. We tweak habits, push harder, and chase bigger goals— but underneath it all, our beliefs are shaping what we see, what we go after, and what we think is possible. In this conversation, I sit down with Shawn Achor, author of The Power of Beliefs , to break down the seven core beliefs the science shows actually predict your success. We talk about how your brain filters reality, why beliefs like "I matter" and "my behavior matters" can fundamentally change the trajectory of your life and leadership, and how to start rewiring the ones that may be holding you back. By the end of this conversation, you'll start to see the beliefs driving your results— and how to shift them so they start working for you, not against you.

People in this episode

Host: Molly Fletcher

Guest: Shawn Achor

Topics covered

• beliefs
• success
• happiness
• leadership
• personal development
• mindset

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Power of Beliefs

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