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The IO Podcast: Investor + Operator

The Formula for Outlier Success with Dr. Gurner, a World's Best Executive Coach | IO Pod Ep 15

Nov 12, 2024
Dr. Julie Gurner, an acclaimed executive coach compared to Billions' Wendy Rhoades, shares her expertise on high-level performance. She discusses the fine line between 'good crazy' and 'bad crazy' in achievers and when rule-bending can be a double-edged sword. Dr. Gurner emphasizes the role of confidence and the importance of vulnerability in leadership. She also highlights how top performers reframe failure as a learning experience and encourages embracing discomfort for true growth. Her insights are a treasure trove for aspiring leaders and entrepreneurs.
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  • Dr. Julie Gurner emphasizes the importance of viewing the world as malleable, which empowers high performers to navigate challenges proactively and drive innovation.
  • Successful leaders distinguish themselves by embracing their authenticity, leveraging unique strengths while being open about weaknesses, fostering stronger team dynamics.

Deep dives

Transition from Forensics to High Performance

Dr. Julie Gerner transitioned from traditional psychology, specializing in adult psychopathology and forensics, to working closely with high-performing founders and investors. Her initial experience involved assessing individuals in clinical settings, which deeply honed her understanding of human behavior, particularly in extreme circumstances. This shift occurred when she was approached to help a founder who was not facing illness but rather needed minor adjustments for improvement. This experience revealed the vast potential for applying her expertise to healthy, ambitious individuals who could greatly benefit from fine-tuning their mental states to enhance performance.

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