Marshall Goldsmith - The Earned Life : Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment

In my fifty-year career as an executive educator and coach, I have been blessed to work with many of the greatest leaders in America. In theory, I am supposed to teach them. In practice, I have learned far more from them than they have learned from me. The leaders, thinkers, and coaches below have been gracious enough to endorse my work and The Earned Life. To help readers understand their profound accomplishments, I have added my own comments in italics below each persons quotation. By sharing what I have learned, I hope this book can help you in the way that these great leaders, thinkers, and coaches have helped me.

Marshall Goldsmith

My life changed for the better when I started working with Marshall Goldsmith. Since then, all of my significant decisions have been influenced by his wisdom, compassion, and commitment. In his 100 Coaches community, we all encourage one another to move toward fulfillment and away from regret. As you read this wonderful book, The Earned Life, try to hear Marshalls voice. Know you can face the challenges ahead and start anew. I hear this soundtrack every day as I go out, with humility and passion, to earn my life once again.

Dr. Jim Yong Kim , served as president of the World Bank

As a founder of Partners in Health, and then president of the World Bank, Jim led humanitarian efforts that had a dramatic impact in developing countries and saved tens of millions of lives.

The essence of Marshall Goldsmiths coaching is in his dedication to his purpose, which is to help each and every one of his clients, including me, find happiness and fulfillmentand to be even better for themselves and the people they lead. And now, hes broadening the scope beyond his clients to everyone who reads this book. What a gift from him to usto help us become the people that we want to be and to live a fulfilled life with no regrets. Thank you, MarshallThe Earned Life rocks!

Alan Mulally , served as CEO, Ford

As the CEO of Boeing Commercial Airlines after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and then the CEO of Ford after the financial crisis, Alan led two of Americas most successful and inspiring corporate success stories in the face of incredible challenges.

Through his wonderful coaching and friendship, Marshall Goldsmith has no doubt helped me to become both a better leader and a happier person. Perhaps the most profound impact he has had on me is helping me learn to embrace feedbackto learn how I am seen, then practice feedforwardto make positive change. In The Earned Life, the worlds most admired coach shares some of his most valuable and impactful insights into creating a happy and fulfilling life.

Hubert Joly , served as CEO, Best Buy

When Hubert joined Best Buy, it was predicted to go bankrupt. After his eight-year tenure as CEO, the company achieved phenomenal growth and profitability. This amazing story is captured in his bestselling book, The Heart of Business.

Our lives are filled with many wonderful things and, for me, Marshall Goldsmith is one of them. From the first day we met and began our work together when I was CEO of the Girl Scouts until today, Marshall has been such a special part of my life and work. And now, with The Earned Life, Marshall shares with all of us, something that is so important, which is just how we can live a fulfilled life. You must read this masterpiece!

Frances Hesselbein , served as CEO, Girl Scouts of the USA

As CEO of the Girl Scouts, Francess impact was so spectacular that she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her leadership. The legendary Peter Drucker declared her to be The greatest executive I have ever met.

Marshall Goldsmith has the unique ability to speak with me for five minutes and provide thought-provoking insights on how to lead and grow, while keeping me centered on what is important. It is quite amazing. During the COVID-19 pandemic, as Pfizer continues to play a critical role in helping protect and save lives, I have leaned on Marshall even more; not only to speak about work-related issues, but just to chat about life. He is a wonderful coach, educator, and author.

Albert Bourla , CEO, Pfizer

As CEO of Pfizer, Albert has tirelessly led the company in the face of one of the greatest challenges to humanity in our lifetime, the COVID pandemic. Pfizers amazing success is unprecedented in the history of drug development.

Marshall Goldsmith is a sage for the modern world. He brings his honesty, compassion, and wisdom to every book, every speech, every meeting, and every interaction that I have had with him.

Asheesh Advani , CEO, Junior Achievement Worldwide

Junior Achievement has been nominated for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize for their work in economically empowering youth around the world.

Marshall Goldsmiths unique approach to coaching has not only challenged me, it has also inspired me to be a better leader and a better person. With his new book, The Earned Life, Marshall will walk you through the process of developing a purpose-driven life. The philosophical and practical approaches in this book will challenge you in the same way that Marshall has challenged me.

James Downing , president and CEO, St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital

A pediatric oncologist, Downing in 2014 was named the leader of St. Judes, a world leader in battling pediatric cancer.

The Earned Life is a great addition to Marshalls body of work. The advice in this book can help you keep on achieving and, at the same time, do a better job of finding peace and happiness in the process.

Amy Edmonson , Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School

In 2021 Amy was named the Thinkers50 #1 Most Influential Management Thinker in the World.

Marshall Goldsmith pierces right to the center of things. For anyone who wishes to align their efforts with a life of meaning, Marshall is a fabulous companion, guide, and cheerleader. For those who dont know him personally, how lucky you are that you can now grow from reading this book!

John Dickerson , CBS News chief political analyst

John contributes his reporting across CBSs news programming, including Sunday Morning and the CBS Evening News. He is the author of the bestseller The Hardest Job in the World.

Every day I focus on being grateful for every moment. I am so goal-oriented that I can forget that happiness and achievement do not have to be mutually exclusive. By being present, I can remind myself to be more selfless in the decisions I make. Marshall Goldsmith has been a great coach in helping me grow up and do just this!

David Chang , chef and author

The founder of groundbreaking restaurant Momofuku, Dave is a James Beard Award winner, media personality, and author of the bestselling memoir Eat a Peach.

Working with Marshall Goldsmith has been a blessing. He continues to help me become a better person, a better wife, a better mom, and a better leader. My journey with him has been nothing short of a joy, even in the face of having to make fundamental changes. The Earned Life perfectly captures his spirit and the impact he has had on so many of us.

Aicha Evans , CEO, Zoox