Dr. Ruth Gotian (Weill Cornell Medicine): How to take yourself on as a project

Welcome to the SureSkills Learn to Grow Podcast where we discuss the learning landscape with leaders in learning. My guest today is Dr. Ruth Gotian. Dr. Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer at Weill Cornell Medicine and a highly sought after executive coach and mentor – in fact she’s been named one the Thinkers50 top 50 executive coaches in the world. Dr. Gotian studies and works with elite high achievers, from Nobel Laureates to Astronauts to Olympic athletes, using that knowledge to establish principles anyone can apply to achieve success in their careers and in their daily lives. We discussed how averages can actually be limitations for individuals, the power of “taking yourself on as a project”, and the importance of an environment audit when it comes to setting and achieving your goals. This conversation is filled with some great advice and actionable info – enjoy!Here are links to some of the articles and books we discussed on the episode: Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgotian/https://www.forbes.com/sites/ruthgotian/https://www.forbes.com/sites/ruthgotian/2025/01/21/inbar-lanir-took-herself-on-as-a-projectand-won-olympic-silver/https://www.forbes.com/sites/ruthgotian/2025/01/06/why-those-around-you-can-make-or-break-your-success/https://ruthgotian.com/books/To get in touch with me, Simon Behan, reach out on LinkedIn or email me at simon.behan@sureskills.comAt SureSkills, we deliver learning services to the worlds leading technology companies and global organizations. To learn more, head over to www.SureSkills.com.Thanks for listening!

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The Learn to Grow Podcast is an anecdotal look at the learning landscape aimed at L&D and HR professionals. I interview leaders in learning about their experience first-hand in the world of learning and development helping people and organizations reach their potential. We discuss top trends including learning technology, the role of learning cultures, and the foundations of a successful learning experience. We believe learning and growth are intertwined, both for individuals and organizations. Individuals learn to grow within their roles, careers, and personal lives. Organizations' learning programs are now major contributors to business success, helping them attract and retain top talent, upskill and reskill, and adapt to the inevitable changes the future will bring. In this podcast, we speak to leaders in the learning and development industry about the learning landscape.