

Mike Goldman
Leadership team coach and author of The Strength of Talent, a USA Today bestseller; former big‑firm consultant who advises CEOs and leadership teams on talent, performance management, and people development.
Top 3 podcasts with Mike Goldman
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Jan 14, 2026 • 55min
"The Strength of Talent" - To Grow Our Sales We Need to Grow Our People
Mike Goldman, a leadership team coach and author of the bestseller The Strength of Talent, discusses transforming talent into profit. He challenges the cliché that people are a company’s greatest asset, emphasizing the often lack of action backing those words. Goldman critiques outdated performance reviews and stresses the need for continual re-recruitment of top talent. He also highlights the importance of aligning productivity with culture fit and urges leaders to invest time wisely, focusing on growth for high performers rather than mediocrity.

Sep 29, 2025 • 56min
The Strength of Talent: Why People Growth Drives Profit
Mike Goldman, a leadership coach and author of The Strength of Talent, dives into the crucial link between people growth and profitability. He reveals why most performance management systems are ineffective and how culture fit often outweighs productivity. Mike explains the importance of defining core values and the need for organizations to invest in high performers. He also shares insights on overcoming bias in talent assessments and employing the Law of Positive Intent to enhance coaching. This conversation is a treasure trove for leaders aiming to boost organizational success.

Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 25min
Mike Goldman on Why Positive Intent is the key to Long Term Success
Mike Goldman, a leadership coach with over 35 years of experience, shares his insights on the power of positive intent in leadership and family dynamics. He discusses the challenges of parenting a child with Asperger’s syndrome and the evolution of understanding that comes with it. Goldman emphasizes the importance of curiosity in improving communication amidst polarization. The conversation also touches on navigating grief, the need for legacy, and maintaining purpose as one ages, offering a transformative perspective on personal growth and leadership.


