Book Recommendation: What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith

In this episode of Leadership & Learning with Dr. JBT, I explore key insights from What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith—a powerful reminder that the behaviors that helped us rise as leaders can quietly limit our impact at the next level.

Rather than focusing on competence or credentials, this conversation centers on behavioral awareness, relational impact, and the discipline of leadership growth.

A Few Behaviors That Often Hold Leaders Back

Below highlights a few of the 20 behaviors that frequently surface at senior levels:

• Winning too much – when collaboration turns into competition

• Adding too much value – unintentionally shutting down others by always jumping in first

• Failing to listen – listening to respond instead of listening to understand

• Withholding recognition – assuming appreciation is implied rather than expressed

• Refusing to apologize – protecting ego at the expense of trust

These behaviors are rarely intentional—and often invisible to the leader—but they have a cumulative effect on culture, engagement, and trust.

A Simple Framework for Reflection and Growth

Awareness alone is not enough. In this episode, I introduce a practical framework leaders can use to move from insight to action:

1. Notice the pattern – identify when and where the behavior shows up

2. Understand the cost – shift from intent to impact

3. Choose one behavior to work on – focus creates momentum

4. Replace, don't just remove – intentionally practice a new behavior

Leadership growth at this level is not about adding more skills; it's about letting go of habits that no longer serve.

Reflection Question

What is one behavior that once helped you succeed but may now be limiting your leadership impact?