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Marshall Goldsmith, #1 Executive Coach: How to Find Purpose and Meaning in Life | E36
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From nearly failing out of college to becoming the number one executive coach, Marshall Goldsmith embodies the power of relentless self-improvement. Shaped by harrowing experiences, influential mentors, and Buddhism, he has gained unique perspectives on gratitude, resilience, and purpose, inspiring leaders worldwide to achieve their full potential. In this episode, Marshall Goldsmith shares the importance of finding fulfillment, enjoying the process of life, and avoiding achievement addiction.
Marshall Goldsmith is a renowned authority on leadership and coaching for behavioral change. He is also the bestselling author of multiple books, including The Earned Life. He has worked with leaders of major organizations such as Forbes, Pfizer, Walmart, and the World Bank.
In this episode, Ilana and Marshall will discuss:
- Why successful people need coaches
- The value of finding happiness in the present
- The three ingredients for happiness
- Why you must avoid achievement addiction
- The problem with delayed gratification
- Why you must have a higher purpose
- The importance of translating goals into daily actions
- Why you can’t achieve your way to happiness
- His AI bot and excitement about technology
- The challenges of living up to one's values
- How to live without regret
- And other topics…
Marshall Goldsmith is a foremost expert in leadership and behavioral change coaching. Since 2011, he has been consistently recognized as one of the top ten business thinkers globally and has earned the distinction of top-rated executive coach at the Thinkers50 awards in London. Marshall has penned several #1 bestsellers on the Wall Street Journal and New York Times lists, including Triggers and The Earned Life. He has worked with leaders of major organizations such as Forbes, Pfizer, Walmart, and the World Bank.
Connect with Marshall:
Marshall’s Website: https://marshallgoldsmith.com/
Marshall’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallgoldsmith/
Resources Mentioned:
Marshall’s Book, The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment: https://www.amazon.com/Earned-Life-Regret-Choose-Fulfillment/dp/0593237277
Marshall’s AI Tool: https://marshallgoldsmith.ai/
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