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

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

by Marshall Goldsmith

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4.5 stars from 5,443 reviews. One of the highest rated Self Help books we track.

256 pages~4.3 hr readPublished by HyperionPublished 2007-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

  • You're successful but sense you've hit a ceiling, and you want to understand which of your own behaviours are holding you back.
  • You manage teams and want practical, evidence-based ways to show up better in meetings and conversations.
  • You're ambitious enough to invest in self-improvement but not rich enough for six-figure coaching fees.

Maybe not for you if...

  • You're looking for big-picture business strategy or how to build a company from scratch.
  • You prefer theoretical frameworks and deep dives into psychology over actionable habit change.
  • You're content where you are and not actively trying to progress further.

About this book

Whether you are near the top of the ladder or still have a ways to climb, this book serves as an essential guide to help you eliminate your dysfunctions and move to where you want to go. Marshall Goldsmith is an expert at helping global leaders overcome their sometimes unconscious annoying habits and attain a higher level of success. His one-on-one coaching comes with a six-figure price tag. But, in this book, you get Marshall's great advice without the hefty fee! "Marshall Goldsmith is one of the most credible thought leaders in the new era of business." — The Economist "For over a decade I have worked with Marshall in corporations and seen him teach. In my opinion, he is the best at what he does, bar none. He has that rare combination that makes a great teacher-thought leadership, classroom management, and presence." — Vijay Govindarajan, professor and director, Center for Global Leadership, Tuck School, Dartmouth University "America's preeminent executive coach." — Fast Company Read more

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