My guest today is Marshall Goldsmith, one of the world’s leading executive coaches. We discuss the surprising lessons he’s learned coaching some of the best CEOs in the world, where confidence comes from, common mistakes leaders make, why changing behavior is easier than changing perception, how to change others’ perceptions when you change your behavior, the three words that kill any conversation, the relationship between intensity and consistency, and so much more. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish

Marshall Goldsmith, a world-renowned executive coach and author, discusses how mindfulness can revolutionize communication. He highlights the importance of reflection before responding, asking if our words enhance relationships. Goldsmith introduces his “feed forward” method for constructive feedback and shares daily reflective questions that guide us towards living an 'earned life'. He emphasizes that clarity and intentionality in communication lead to personal growth and effective leadership, ultimately fostering deeper connections.

In this engaging conversation, Marshall Goldsmith, a world-renowned executive coach and bestselling author, shares key insights from his acclaimed book, emphasizing how common habits can impede leadership success. He discusses the 'superstition trap' that leaders fall into, the pitfalls of winning too much, and the importance of starting responses positively. Goldsmith encourages leaders to redefine their identity beyond past constraints, embrace self-awareness, and adapt their style for better collaboration and growth.

Marshall Goldsmith is the only two-time Thinkers 50 Award for #1 Leadership Thinker in the World. He has been ranked as the world’s #1 Executive Coach, a Top Ten Business Thinker for eight years, and was chosen as the inaugural winner of the Lifetime Award for Leadership by the Harvard Institute of Coaching. Marshall is the author or editor of 41 books, that have sold over 2.5 million copies, translated into 32 languages, and listed as bestsellers in 12 countries.  In this episode, Eric and Marshall discuss his book, The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment But wait, there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you! Marshall Goldsmith and I Discuss How to Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment, and … His book,  The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment The every breath paradigm in learning to lose regret Understanding the importance of asking for helping Some of the barriers that hold us back Differences between being comfortable and being fulfilled Problems that arise when we are too attached to outcomes The 3 A’s:  action, ambition, aspiration How both finding meaning and enjoying the process leads to happiness Obligations and how they relate to our values The practice of daily questions that takes 3 minutes Remembering that aking change is easier when you have support The value in asking”Did I do my best to….”questions as they force you to take responsibility How it’s more challenging to make the effort in our personal life than our professional life Marshall Goldsmith links: Marshall Goldsmith website Twitter Instagram Facebook By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! If you enjoyed this conversation with Marshall Goldsmith, check out these other episodes: Conscious Leadership with Eric Kaufmann Mimetic Desires in Everyday Life with Luke BurgisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marshall Goldsmith is the most famous executive coach in the world. He has worked with some of the highest-profile leaders including the CEOs of Pfizer, Ford, Best Buy, and the World Bank. Marshall is the only two-time winner of the Thinkers 50 Award for #1 Leadership Thinker in the World, and he has been ranked as the #1 Executive Coach in the World. Marshall is the author of What Got You Here Won’t Get You There and Triggers. Amazon named both the books to its Top 100 Leadership & Success Books Ever Written list. Marshall’s new book is THE EARNED LIFE; Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment. It explains no less than what you should do with your life before you reach the end of it. In short, are about to hear advice that the most powerful executives in the world pay tens of thousands of dollars for. And last but not least, Marshall and I negotiated my adoption in this episode. I hope he’s aware of how many surfboards I need every year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marshall Goldsmith, one of the world’s top executive coaches and a bestselling author with over 3 million books sold, dives deep into effective leadership and personal growth. He explores the distinction between happiness and achievement, emphasizing that genuine fulfillment comes from the journey, not just results. Goldsmith shares insights on the power of gratitude, daily self-reflection, and the necessity of action in cultivating happiness. His approach challenges the traditional views on success, advocating for self-evaluation and resilience in both personal and professional realms.

Do you ever find yourself reacting to something, then immediately saying something like, “I can’t believe I just did that?” It may not be your fault – at least, not entirely. Join Joe & Mike as they take a look at the triggers in their own environments and consider how to overcome them – without doing or saying something that they later regret. Links Support the Show TWSBI 580 AL Prussian Blue Nib Grinder TWSBI Eco Bookworm #95: Stillness is the Key Bookworm #94: Tiny Habits Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith Cortex #66: Triggers – Creating Behavior That Lasts How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens Roam Research (DING!) Obsidian Joe’s BuJo Webinar Mike’s Hybrid Bullet Journal System Bookworm #52: The Power of Habit Bookworm #91: The Antidote Hey (Email app from Basecamp) MailMate Day One The Theme System GoodNotes Aaron Beverley’s Winning Speech (2019 World Championship of Public Speaking) Focused #94: Journaling with Matt Ragland The Intentional Family Podcast Bookworm #63: Atomic Habits Lifeonaire by Steve Cook & Shawm McCloskey Reclainimg Conversation by Sherry Turkle The Crossroads of Should and Must by Ella Luna No-Fail Communication by Michael Hyatt Join the Club Recommend a Book Book List Leave a Review Mike's Rating: 4.5Cory's Rating: 4.0

Marshall Goldsmith: The Earned Life Marshall Goldsmith is one of the world’s leading executive coaches and the New York Times bestselling author of many books, including What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Mojo, and Triggers. In his coaching practice, he has advised more than 150 major CEOs and their management teams, including clients like Alan Mulally, Frances Hesselbein, and Hubert Joly. His newest book is The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment*. We’ve all heard about the benefits of empathy and most of us assume that more empathy for the people we lead is always better. In this conversation, Marshall and I look at the different types of empathy and explore the downsides of leaning into empathy too much. Plus, we discuss how singular empathy can help busy leaders stay present in the midst of their busy schedules. Key Points There are multiple types of empathy — and each of them bring challenges along with their positive attributes. We often hit the reset button successfully at work, but then neglect it in our personal relationships. Singular empathy helps us to stay present with people and to move between the multiple spaces and situations that most leaders find themselves in daily. A key question for us all to ask ourselves: am I being the person I want to be right now? Resources Mentioned The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment* by Marshall Goldsmith Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes The Way to Stop Rescuing People From Their Problems, with Michael Bungay Stanier (episode 284) Getting Better at Empathy, with Daniel Goleman (episode 391) The Way to Be More Self-Aware, with Tasha Eurich (episode 442) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Marshall Goldsmith, a world-renowned executive coach and author of 'The Earned Life,' shares his insights on living purposefully. He unpacks the idea of the 'earned life,' emphasizing the alignment of actions with personal values. The discussion explores the pitfalls of achievement addiction and challenges traditional views on success. Goldsmith provides strategies for limiting decision fatigue and highlights the importance of accountability without judgment, making a case for enjoying the journey rather than just focusing on outcomes.

Marshall Goldsmith, a renowned executive coach and author, shares his expertise on achieving true fulfillment beyond mere success. He discusses the paradox of success in Western culture and the importance of guidance for deeper purpose. Goldsmith highlights stakeholder-centered coaching for lasting behavioral change, stressing interpersonal skills in leadership. He reflects on the wisdom the elderly wish they had known, promotes mindfulness in life choices, and emphasizes continuous personal growth, self-reflection, and the need to embrace humanity.