Name: Bo Yan

Mindset Assignment

□ Complete the mindset quiz in terms of what you believe is true.

□ Then, TYPE the answer to these questions and bring to class. Be prepared to discuss responses in class.

1. Do you identify more with the Fixed or Growth Mindset? (There is no right answer here – be honest with yourself.)

I think that I am the person with growth mindset. According to the mindset quiz, it showed to me that I agree 7 growth mindset.

2. Describe an achievement you are proud of (please exclude getting into NU). In what ways (if any) did your mindset affect the success?

The most achievement that I have is improved my English into a advanced or even academic level. At the time when I was in high school, my English grade was always bad. Therefore, I used to believe that I am not a person who has language talent. However, later time, I started to think that actually I can have more practice and work hard to get the language talent.

3. Describe a significant challenge in life so far, and how you overcame it. What role did your mindset (fixed or growth) play in the challenge and/or in the outcome?

A significant challenge in life was the china SAT exam. I did not a student with good grad until the last one and half year (we have tree years). That means for the first of one and half year, I never studied hard and pay attention on teachers during class time. A lot of people who knew me thought that I was the person who did not have to go to college but find a job after high school graduated. However, at one time, I suddenly wanted to prove all people around me including my classmates, parents, teachers that I could change myself as long as I want. Finally I became a hard work student and my grade improved a lot over time. Now I am not only studying in college but also study abroad.

4. Please comment on how and why this insight into MINDSET might help you in your search for a co- op. How can you use this information?

Well, the insight into mindset definitely help me changing some of my weaknesses like not proficient with Microsoft excel and power point. It gives me an idea of avoiding those disadvantages and I am trying to change the situation, which is to be professional about Microsoft and know more about computer. After all, this is 21th century and people are becoming more and more relying on technology. There is no reason that I can get rid of the computer stuff. Therefore, I decided that I am going to go Linda web to study Microsoft through spring break, then I will change the part of skills in my resume to professional in Microsoft.