TGM Classic | Marshall Goldsmith | Lesson from the World’s Number 1 Executive Coach

Nov 3, 2025

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How can you go from just being a leader to being a truly inspirational leader?

To transition from merely being a leader to one who truly inspires, it is necessary to understand the dynamics of influence and impact.

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, a luminary in the realm of leadership and executive coaching, discusses key principles that can facilitate this transformation. It starts with recognizing the power of intentionality in communication and decision-making. Inspirational leaders, as Marshall highlights, pause to consider whether their actions align with the goal of making a positive difference.

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Marshall to delve into the nuances of effective leadership. Through insightful anecdotes and practical wisdom, Marshall elucidates the importance of making a positive difference, fostering trust, and embracing self-awareness on the journey toward greatness in leadership.

Topics include:

Influencing decisions through understanding and addressing the needs of others
Making positive difference rather than proving oneself right
The crucial role of honoring other people’s perspectives
Embracing the uncertainties in business and being open to other possibilities
Being ready to adapt and willing to acknowledge mistakes
Being cautious about out-of-hours emails or messages
The importance of purposeful communication
Recognizing and de-stigmatizing self-interest in business
Encouraging long-term planning but understanding the practical challenges
And other topics…

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Connect with Marshall:

Website: https://marshallgoldsmith.com/

Website: https://marshallgoldsmith.ai/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallgoldsmith

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachgoldsmith/

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Website: https://therealdarius.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/

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