The Perkins Platform
In its 13th year, this show is a series of expertly facilitated conversations with world experts in a variety of disciplines. These conversations illuminate problems, issues and solutions faced and considered by aspiring and veteran leaders.
The Perkins Platform
Thriving Under Pressure: Leadership Mindset & Mastery
Renowned psychologist and NYU professor Joshua Aronson, PhD, joins us to explore how research on stress, mindfulness, and mindset can transform how we learn and thrive. As director of NYU’s Mindful Education Lab, Joshua leads a team dedicated to helping students, teachers, and schools flourish under pressure. Known for his pioneering work on stereotype threat and Growth Mindset, his research has shaped education policy, influenced Supreme Court cases, and been featured in bestselling books including Blink, Mindset, Grit, and Whistling Vivaldi. In this episode, Joshua shares insights from decades of research on learning and well-being and practical tools for building resilience and unlocking potential.