Embark on a transformative journey with Marshall Goldsmith, a beacon in leadership thinking and executive coaching. Marshall's story is one of resilience and triumph, rising from the modest roots of Valley Station, Kentucky, to become a global authority on leadership. He opens up about the pivotal role his mother played in his education and how his own perseverance led to an illustrious career. With anecdotes from his early days and insights into his groundbreaking concepts like feedforward and 360-degree feedback, Marshall offers a treasure trove of wisdom on aligning talent with the right roles to create value and achieve success.

Marshall's reflections on leadership provide a fresh perspective on the age-old challenge of role fit. Through engaging stories and thought-provoking discussions, we dissect the common pitfalls of career misalignment and the nuances of connecting talent to value. Whether you're navigating the corporate ladder or contemplating a career shift, the episode emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, passion, and the courage to seek change. Learn from Marshall's own journey the significance of passion, personal drive, and finding fulfillment in your work to avoid burnout and excel in your professional life.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Marshall Goldsmith's journey from Valley Station, Kentucky, to becoming a global leadership authority
• Insights into the importance of aligning talent with the right roles for career success
• Exploration of leadership challenges and the concept of connecting talent to value
• Marshall's innovative approach to executive coaching, including 360-degree feedback and feedforward
• Discussion on achieving career fulfillment through passion, self-awareness, and strategic role design

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