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An Ordinary Man: Gerald R. Ford

Leading Blog

Ford possessed what Pulitzer Prize-winning author John Hersey called a “stubborn calm at the center” and “a glacial caution.” Never taking himself too seriously and wanting to do what was best for the country, he recruited people who knew more than he did about the issues he faced.

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9 Tips for Hi-Po’s to Start Their Careers Off Right!

Marshall Goldsmith

Why I realize we cannot all be entrepreneurial in the sense that we can’t all start our own companies, I believe we can all be entrepreneurial in terms of how we approach our careers. My friend and mentor, Dr. Paul Hersey, upon receiving an honorary doctorate, shared one of his secrets for success with graduating students.

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How Being Too Good Holds You Back!

Marshall Goldsmith

The most significant transformational moment in my career was an act of my elimination. It was lucrative, and I needed my mentor Dr. Paul Hersey to point out the downside or I never would have grown. Maybe it’s the secret of our success? And, it wasn’t my idea. You’re too good at what you’re doing,” Paul told me.

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Rethinking Situational Leadership®

The Center For Leadership Studies

On a personal level (and in complete and total transparency), I don’t know exactly what to say about Marshall, so I will just go with this: He has meant more to my personal development than anyone in my 40-year career and has also meant more to The Center for Leadership Studies and Situational Leadership ® than anyone not named Paul Hersey.

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A Moment of Reflection on 50 Years

The Center For Leadership Studies

Our founder, Dr. Paul Hersey, had seen to that. Before I showed up, Dr. Hersey had traveled the world about 10 times over introducing the model to thousands of university students and corporate leaders. What impact has it had on your life/career? Quite often your prayers went unanswered. APPLICATION CHALLENGE.

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Demonstrating the Entrepreneurial Spirit

Marshall Goldsmith

Why I realize we cannot all be entrepreneurial in the sense that we can't all start our own companies, I believe we can all be entrepreneurial in terms of how we approach our own careers. My friend and mentor, Dr. Paul Hersey, upon receiving an honorary doctorate, shared one of his secrets for success with graduating students.

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The Pros & Cons of Situational Leadership®

The Center For Leadership Studies

Challenges of Situational Leadership ® Marshall Goldsmith began his historic career at The Center for Leadership Studies. He was hired in the late 1970s by Dr. Hersey and has gone on to become known worldwide for his pioneering work with Executive Coaching (Stakeholder-Centered Coaching).