What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful [NOOK Book]

Words of wisdom from an outstanding executive coach

From a purely economic perspective, this may be among the most valuable books in print. If every executive followed the advice in this book, we wouldn't have more than 100 million Americans who are not engaged in their jobs and, as a result, productivity and innovation would soar. In this book, uber-executive coach Marshall Goldsmith shares his insights about the most common habitual behaviors that prevent leaders from reaching their potential and how to overcome them. We all have these blind spots that others see but we don't. It's part of the human condition. In this book Marshall provides the best description I have ever seen of the most common blind spots. Marshall provides thorough explanations and illustrates his points with compelling anonymous examples from his work with high achievers. Reading this book is the next best thing to having Marshall as a coach.

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IBM Competitive Edge Book Club Selects Book in Q2 2009

The IBM Competitive Edge Book Club, open to Sales, Marketing, and Communications professionals at IBM, voted and selected "What Got You Here Won't Get You There" as the Q2 2009 book selection. The feedback regarding the book and Marshall's messages was extremely positive. In the feedback from the members, we ask them the question - "What will you do differently in your job since your study of this book." Some of the replies directly from the members included:

- "Brings into focus the ability to look at the things that you do day-to-day and re-evaluate what can be done, should done and what can be ignored or eliminated."

- "I will stop and breathe and ask myself at least one of the questions Marshall suggests: will my comment increase the commitment of the other person or will this benefit me and my family. then after that, if the answer is "no" ... is it worth it?"

- "I'll try to spend more time coaching / listening and resist the temptation to "add value to everything."

- "Appreciated his perspective of the customer - loved the waiter example."

- "I will be much more cognizant of the twenty habits limiting future success. Likewise I intend to use some of the suggestions for effective peer feedback solicitation. Finally, when in a mentoring position, this is a book I will readily recommend."

Marshall - Thank you, your energy and enthusiasm enables us to think differently and strategically to make those changes in ourselves.

Best Regards,
Brien Convery
IBM Global Workforce Partner and Competitive Edge Book Club Leader

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Marshall Goldsmith Has The Answers

This volume should be read by many managers, self appointed leaders and so-called executives who ignore the fundamentals of what makes business work: it's not the mechanisms, but ones' sensitivity to people and the manner in which we behave. Further, Goldsmith's care in suggesting that these techniques be tried at home are wonderful! He's humorous, experienced, caring and obviously passionate about helping others. Short read, great content!

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The Book for Humility

As an aspiring servant of Krishna 'God', I find Marshall's book extremely useful. According to our scriptures, the most important quality that every devotee of Krishna must develop is - humility. This book gives an abundance of practical ways on how to develop it. Our leaders have already expressed liking for some of Marshall's tools, and I hope and pray that it will increase. Akrura dasa, Counsellor System Coordinator, International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), London, UK

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Good book, bad sound quality

The book from Marshall Goldsmith is nice. Unfortunately the quality of the audiobook copy provided through Barnes & Noble is bad. It has repeating sequences at the end of most chapters/tracks. Sounds as if ripped from scratched CD in very poor quality.

Lightdrizzle

Ahhh.......... i see. They all liked u. Well........ i would tell u ur mission and prophecy........ but ur friends are watching/listening.
Lightdrizzle

Stormpaw

Storm: I suppose Ill figure it out. *walked out*

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Good book, but...

I thought the information contained in the book was worthwhile. However, I think the author spent a lot of stories that were not necessary to drive home the points. The headings meant a lot. But instead of spending 10 pages describing, a paragraph or two would have sufficed. For this, two stars get deducted.

exllent book

a must read one....

A great read for the employee and the individual

This is a great book to advance as an employee, co-worker or manager as well as an individual, spouse, family member, or friend. The subject matter is more of the workplace enviroment. However, some of the stories are about family and self-growth.

Good strategies

Good strategies for business enhancement and will make you better.
I would also recommend Dr. Steinberg's new book: Full Throttle.

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A clear vision.

This is a useful book to read if U want 2 move up in Ur particular field of work. Real solutions for situations U maybe facing in Ur present employment position. Solid advice on making changes that may assist U 2 move up in Ur career. It was worth reading and taking notes on.

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Excellent book

I enjoyed reading Marshall Goldsmith's anecdotes about what propels senior executives to achieve success and what holds them back. I was particularly interested in the author's comments about the self-aggrandizing beliefs and perspectives on control held by these executives. His comments are incisive and this book certainly provides abundant value. I recommend reading this fine book along with Optimal Thinking: How To Be Your Best Self, the classic international best-seller that provides the mental software for optimal performance and best practices.

Straight talk on how to succeed!!!

Marshall is a masterful coach and teacher. He really hits the mark with his latest book! His 20 habits will help you succeed in the workplace and in life! Marshall delivers a wealth of information that gets to the heart of common behavioral issues ¿ practical, no-nonsense advice on how to change your bad habits once and for all!

Career and Financial Success

Marshall Goldsmith has a rare opportunity to interact with ultra-successful people. And because of his exposure to this group of people he has a rare opportunity to see what interpersonal habits help propel people forward, or hold them back. His identification of 20 bad workplace habits was right on the mark. I am guilty of a few myself! But with this book, I feel that I have a greater awareness of how the habits manifest, and what to do to avoid them.

Great Book on Behavioral Derailers

There are a lot of business books worth buying for your library, but not worth actually reading. ¿What Got You Here Won¿t Get You There¿ is a notable exception. As a professional assessor, coach, and executive trainer, I constantly hear about highly successful people who do incredibly silly things that derail their career. These executives think that the skills and behaviors that enabled them to succeed in the first place are the same skills and behaviors they will need in the future. They stubbornly fail to face their behavioral blind spots, putting their head in the sand rather than making adjustments. Great leaders know they have to change and grow to meet the needs of their people and organizations. They recognize that they have blind spots, and they actively seek feedback (and feedforward, as Goldsmith argues) to identify and address them. ¿What Got You Here Won¿t Get You There¿ offers insight into 20 behaviors that commonly derail otherwise successful people. By learning from the experiences of the people profiled in the book, busy executives can hold the mirror up to themselves and ask if they share some of those same behaviors. Only when they recognize these behaviors can they do something about it. Goldsmith¿s book will serve as a powerful mirror that reflects the behavioral derailers for a whole generation of executives, enabling those who take what they see seriously to achieve long-term career success.

A reviewer

If you have never been lucky enough to hear Marshall speak, you should buy this book. In addition to being the most renowned and probably most highly-paid executive coach in the business world today, Marshall is a captivating and entertaining speaker. You can, so to speak, take him anywhere -- I have witnessed groups of almost 900 multi-level people from different companies to 30-person intact teams of high-level executives respond to Marshall with equal enthusiasm, laughter and, quite often, tears. Conversely, if you have been lucky enough to hear Marshall speak, you also should buy this book. It provides concrete answers to the ¿now what?¿ that audiences ask after they¿ve been inspired to action by Marshall¿s call to ¿let go of the past¿ and try ¿feedforward.¿ Susan Diamond Chief Learning Officer / VP Women Presidents¿ Organization and Program Director ¿ Executive Coaching Seminars The Conference Board

Meaningful and fun at the same time!

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith's 'What Got You Here Won't Get You There' is a book with far reaching implications for both high level executives as well as anyone who strives to improve themselves and their relationships. Not only did I feel as though I was learning valuable life lessons, Dr. Goldsmith's wit and charm make the book one that is truly enjoyable (and fun!) to read. This book has been rewarding to me both professionally and personally. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for meaningful steps to greater success!

Handy look at 20 habits leaders should break

You've worked hard, sacrificed and devoted yourself to your career. Now you are enjoying your success, feeling confident and, yes, even a bit smug. Don't get too comfortable. Leadership expert Marshall Goldsmith is here to remind you that the very traits that enabled you to become successful might lead to your downfall. Now that you are a leader, your behavioral quirks and weaknesses take on more weight and significance, and can do more harm than they could when you were an up-and-comer. Lucky for you, Goldsmith identifies the 20 most common shortcomings and provides a seven-step procedure for improving without a complete personal makeover. Usually, making a small adjustment or simply stopping the negative behavior is all it takes. Goldsmith is respected as a savvy, insightful executive coach. The clarity, humor and down-to-earth style of his book demonstrate why. We recommend it to those who want to improve their leadership skills and keep climbing up the corporate ladder.

A Must Have!

This is not your typical leadership develpment book. If you are looking for a sharp witted, brilliantly crafted peek into what's possible you will definitley want a copy of this book. Marshall uses his unique ability to get right to the heart of things allowing leaders of all types to find themselves somewhere within the pages of 'What Got You Here Won't Get You There'. I use many books to support people in getting to the next level and this is by far at the top of the list.