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What Got You Here Won't Get You There

Marshall Goldsmith
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What Got You Here Won't Get You There

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

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Marshall Goldsmith

What Got You Here Won't Get You There

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

950L

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Super Short Summary

In What Got You Here Won't Get You There, Marshall Goldsmith explores how successful individuals can further their careers by identifying and altering specific behaviors that hinder personal growth. The book provides practical advice on cultivating positive habits, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and achieving continued success in one's professional journey.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

34,961 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Marshall Goldsmith's What Got You Here Won't Get You There is well-regarded for its insightful advice on overcoming workplace behavior that hinders personal success. Critics praise its actionable tips and straightforward approach. Some note it can feel repetitive, but the lessons on interpersonal skills are highly valued. Overall, it’s a useful read for professionals seeking growth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read What Got You Here Won't Get You There?

Professionals aiming to advance their careers but finding their current habits and behaviors limiting will find What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith valuable. Comparable to Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People, this book offers insights into evolving beyond past successes.

4.3

34,961 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

950L

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