What Got You Here, Won’t Get You There

Buchzusammenfassung

Marshall Goldsmith is a prominent American executive coach, leadership thinker, and author in the field of management and leadership development. He is known for his work in coaching top executives and business leaders to help them become more effective and successful. Goldsmith has written numerous books, including "What Got You Here Won't Get You There" and "Triggers," which focus on personal and professional development.

Successful individuals often struggle to balance a healthy drive for success with an excessive need to win, which can create unnecessary complications in both professional and personal contexts. This relentless pursuit of victory can lead to counterproductive behaviors, such as critiquing others unnecessarily, competing in trivial matters, or failing to recognize the value of avoiding harmful decisions. Over time, these tendencies can alienate colleagues, hinder growth, and obscure the broader perspective needed for effective leadership. To address these challenges, it is crucial to foster self-awareness, seek regular feedback, and embrace humility by acknowledging mistakes and expressing gratitude. By shifting focus from personal triumphs to enabling others’ success, leaders can build stronger relationships and create a more collaborative and productive environment.

"A leader who is self-aware enough to know that he or she is not adept at everything is one who has taken the first step toward being a great leader."

"Remember that when criticism is difficult to accept, there is probably some truth to it."

"If we can sacrifice something comfortable, that we're 'too good at,' that might even be holding us back, we'll have more room to grow into the person we want to be."

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