The more we are committed to believing that something is true, the less likely we are to believe that its opposite is… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
When we do what we have to do we are compliant. When we do what we choose to do we are committed. — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
Our inner beliefs trigger failure before it happens. They sabotage lasting change by canceling its possibility. We employ these beliefs as articles of faith… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
If the CEO is not going to give you a fair chance, you're probably not going to win. — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
Change is not a one-way street- it involves two parties: the person who is changing and the people who notice it. — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
Active questions are the alternative to passive questions. There is a huge difference between, 'Do you have clear goals?' and 'Did you do your… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
We deify willpower and self-control - and mock its absence. People who achieve through remarkable willpower are 'strong' and 'heroic.' People who need help… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
Those who lead by example and demonstrate passion for what they do make it much easier for their followers to do the same. — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
One of the most important actions, things a leader can do, is to lead by example. If you want everyone else to be passionate,… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
Almost everyone I meet is successful because of doing a lot of things right, and almost everyone I meet is successful in spite of… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
In our world, we have this huge focus on vicarious living - politicians, movie stars, athletes, coaches, all these people. What our research has… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
It's not appropriate to pass judgment when we specifically ask people to voice their opinions... even if you ask a question and agree with… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
The only thing I don't think people don't understand about good leaders is that they're both good and lucky. A lot of it is… — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
