UltraFitnessDynamics Review: Take it to the Next Level: What Got You Here, Won’t Get You There Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
| This highly entertaining program provides insight into the 21 habits that preclude individuals from reaching their goals – a modern and detailed take on the old standard: ‘doing the same thing and expecting different results is tantamount to insanity’.
Goldsmith utilizes a lifetime of coaching Fortune 500 executives (indeed, he was named by the Wall Street Journal as a ‘top-10 executive educator’ and by Forbes as one of the 5 most respected executive coaches), as well as sharing personal dilemmas, to provide concrete examples of the issues encountered by using habitual strategies and tactics that most of us are not even consciously aware of. For each habit, Goldsmith provides alternative (and simple!) steps that – taken together – illuminate an entirely new way of interacting on both a personal and professional level. The level of insight, and the number of ‘aha’ moments are truly revelatory. |
Marshall will guide, humor, and prod you into change. It is impossible not to experience a shift if you follow his words of wisdom and complete the workbook exercises. Why? Simply put, he truly has seen or heard it all—he knows how humans behave, their motivation, self-sabotage, insecurities, and fears. He synthesizes this body of knowledge and literally provides step-by-step instructions to move the willing participant from point A to point B.
Amongst the clarity that you will gain will be recognition of one or more of the following characteristics (to name just a few):
* The degree to which we fail to create a true teamwork environment, whether at home or in business
* The need to be right as opposed to the desire to be happy
* The tendency to react emotionally rather than absorbing information/providing a thoughtful response
* The common practice of stating “I agree with you BUT”, which in essence negates the very statements of the other party
* The tendency to provide ‘advice’ whether or not it is sought
* Passive-aggressive behaviors
* Deflecting blame onto others as opposed to acknowledging our role or releasing the grip of past events
* Inability to effectively apologize (a greatly underrated skill)
* Unwillingness to praise and reward others for their actions or contributions
* Failure to utilize effective listening skills
* The importance of feedback-how to ask for it, accept it graciously and truly learn from what others say (you will be surprised by some of the responses you receive)
* Neglecting the power of gratitude
* Being judgmental rather than helpful
* Refusing to share the spotlight with others
* Falling into a negative or ‘victim mentality’ mode of thought
* Withholding information that would be helpful to others
* Favoring those who agree with you
The program is divided into 4 main parts:
Part 1 – discusses in detail the issues embodied in remaining in the status quo. Not only will one fail to progress to the next level of personal and/or professional success and happiness, but rather one’s current relationship(s) (social and business) will deteriorate over time.
Part 2 – discusses in detail the habits )some of which are briefly noted above, together with examples, and insights which anchor the importance of eliminating or counteracting such detrimental habits.
Parts 3/4 – provide extremely useful and simple steps to implement to make changes – starting NOW! Marshall does not simply point out the issues, but offers a program for eliminating same, and steps to keep you on the track towards success. As with many brilliant thought-leaders, the best distill their advice into simplicity itself. That said, while solutions are simple, insights ring true, it is up to each of us to actually take the implementation steps provided. Change is never welcomed, but as you listen to the testimonials of those who had the courage and fortitude to modify their behaviors and eliminate debilitating habits, you cannot help but desire to make the changes which will, indeed, take you to the next level.
Cost: The MP3 version (available in 5 sessions) retails for $69.95 and is simply an investment that is valuable beyond any cost. Even changing one-fourth of the habits precluding you from being your best self is well worth the price, and you find, that the first step towards change is intoxicating. You WILL want to continue to improve and grow as you note the positive changes in behavior towards as a result of the ‘new’ you!
Recommendation: For simplicity, effectiveness, great humor and empathy, this program comes with the highest recommendation. You will succeed and the changes wrought will be transformative in nature.
