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"Grindset"

"Grindset" refers to a mindset centered on relentless hard work and productivity, often treated as a core part of one's identity.

Say this instead: hustle mentality

How "Grindset" shows up at work

Mostly lives on LinkedIn, posted by founders at 5am alongside a photo of a journal and an Aeropress. At work it surfaces when someone romanticizes their own overwork or expects the team to do the same.

Buzzword

You have to have the right grindset if you want to make it in this industry.

Plain English

You have to be willing to outwork everyone if you want to make it in this industry.

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