After being laid off from his CMO role at a startup, Patrick Mork decided to reevaluate his purpose and values by engaging in exercises, coaching, and seeking feedback from others. The result? A powerful shift to a career as an executive coach and author. Patrick’s work now inspires the next generation of leaders in building purpose-driven companies that will leave a lasting positive impact on the world.

Known for his passion for driving purposeful change, Patrick shares insights from penning a book on career transitions called Step Back and LEAP. But his book isn’t just hearsay - Patrick is a Silicon Valley veteran and four-time chief marketing officer who led the team that launched the innovative Google Play brand in 2012. 

Here are some vital takeaways from our conversation: 

• The significance of psychological safety in fostering a healthy work culture that empowers people to take risks and ask questions.
• Prioritizing well-being as a cornerstone for personal and professional growth.
• Embracing failure as an essential part of the learning process.

To learn more about Patrick’s work, visit patrickmork.com.

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