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7 Tips To Leverage The Power Of The Learning Zone!




I write about the mindset and skillsets of effective leadership,


Continuous learning isn't just a competitive advantage; it's absolutely necessary. 


The author William S. Burroughs famously wrote, “When you stop growing, you start dying.” For a business, growth metrics are bellwethers of success: revenue, profitability, market share, talent, innovation, customer satisfaction, and more. As such, executives are always on watch for how their company is growing.


Since growth is essential, cultivating a growth mindset should be a priority for senior leaders. Growth mindset, a concept popularized by psychologist Carol Dweck, suggests that abilities and intelligence can be learned through dedication and hard work, rather than being fixed, innate traits. 


A study from Harvard Business Review found that companies that exhibited a growth mindset created a more positive and productive work environment than those that exhibited a fixed mindset. Specifically, those in a growth mindset culture were:



47% likelier to say that their colleagues are trustworthy

34% likelier to feel a strong sense of ownership and commitment to the company

65% likelier to say that the company supports risk taking

49% likelier to say that the company fosters innovation

Growth mindset is vital to continuous learning. Deloitte research found that organizations with a strong learning culture are 92 percent more likely to develop novel products and processes, 52 percent more productive, 56 percent more likely to be the first to market with their products and services, and 17 percent more profitable than their peers. Their engagement and retention rates are also 30–50 percent higher.


Yet, for leaders to embrace learning with a growth mindset is easier said than done. Many leaders suffer from what author Eduardo Briceno calls The Performance Paradox. Briceno writes, “The performance paradox is the counterintuitive reality that if we focus only on performing, our performance suffers.


 Many of us have a vague, misguided sense that to improve we just have to work hard at getting things done. But in fact, that’s not the way to improve. There are two different kinds of hard work and they’re both essential.


To improve or innovate, we can’t spend all our time doing things as best as we know how, trying to minimize mistakes (I call this the Performance Zone).


 We have to also engage in the mental state and strategies to go beyond what we know (I call this the Learning Zone). When we do these together, we’re Learning While Doing.”


A leader who strives to sustain a healthy oscillation between the Performance Zone and the Learning Zone is Dr. Kyle Daigle, DC, FIBNFN-CND. 


A healthcare practitioner, author, and entrepreneur, Dr. Daigle is co-founder of NeuroSolution, which specializes in the field of brain health and wellness. Since its start as a single clinic, NeuroSolution now operates in three American locations as well as in Dubai.


Innovation is at the core of NeuroSolution’s culture. They combine multiple fields of science - from Chiropractic, Low Powered Lasers, Vibration Therapy, Regenerative Medicine, Digital Therapeutics, Applied Kinesiology, Functional Medicine, to Clinical Nutrition. 


Among their innovations, they’ve developed cloud-based software designed to deliver wellness opportunities directly to clients' homes. This software leverages the power of video games and the gamification of health and wellness, which makes therapeutic practices more engaging and accessible.


NeuroSolution’s ability to create new products is rooted in embracing the learning zone. Dr. Daigle explained, “Our private practice serves as a testing ground for new ideas and methodologies. By observing the outcomes and gathering feedback,


 We can make informed decisions about scaling these innovations while ensuring they comply with industry regulations. This iterative process of testing, learning, and adapting is central to maintaining an innovative culture that thrives even within a regulated framework.”


Continuous learning at NeuroSolution is rooted in Dr. Daigle’s own story. As he recounted, “Growing up with various health issues, including speech, allergies, ADHD, and eczema meant frequent visits to the doctor’s office. 


Through hard work, I overcame my health challenges to the point where I can now lecture at international medical conferences about our work.”


Dr. Daigle continued, “For years, I dedicated myself to researching autism and investigating the underlying factors affecting the brains of children. 


The cries of their parents, desperate for answers, motivated me to delve deeper into this field. Their stories of heartbreak and frustration resonated with my own childhood experiences, fueling my commitment to learn how I could make more of a difference.”



Dr. Daigle shared some of his favorite strategies to leverage the power of Learning Zone:


Take charge of your own learning journey. Remember that the more knowledge and experience you gain, the better equipped you are to lead.

Invest time in reading a wide range of books, particularly those related to your field, personal development, and the lives of influential people. Biographies provide valuable insights into the successes and failures of others, offering lessons that can be applied to your own leadership journey.


Use online platforms to watch educational videos and lectures. These resources can provide new perspectives and keep you updated on the latest trends and techniques.


Participate in conferences and seminars relevant to your industry. These events are excellent opportunities for networking, gaining new knowledge, and staying current with industry advancements.


Look for opportunities to turn theory into practice. Practical application of what you learn reinforces your knowledge and hones your skills.

Regularly read research papers and articles in your field.


 Staying informed about the latest studies and findings helps you remain at the forefront of your industry.


Staying in great physical and mental shape is crucial for learning at higher levels. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, and mental wellness practices like meditation and mindfulness enhance your ability to absorb and retain information.


In today’s world, continuous learning is not just a competitive advantage; it’s table stakes to stay in the game. Creating a culture that embraces the Learning Zone is essential to long-term success.


 As the leadership thinker Peter Drucker wrote, “We now accept the fact that learning is a lifelong process of keeping abreast of change. And the most pressing task is to teach people how to learn.”

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