What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful

Sometimes, we work so hard, we feel like we should already be where we want to be. We put in the effort, we do our best, and yet, there’s this feeling that something is still holding us back. It’s a frustrating feeling, isn’t it? I remember a time when I felt exactly that – I was working diligently, but felt stuck. It’s easy to think that if you’ve reached a certain point, the rest will just fall into place. But often, it's not about doing more, but about changing how we do things. This book explores that very idea, focusing on those subtle, often unnoticed behaviors that can unexpectedly keep us from reaching our full potential. It's not about criticizing anyone or saying they aren't good enough. It's about understanding that we all have areas where we can grow, and that recognizing those areas is the first step towards real progress. It's like tending a garden – you might have beautiful blooms, but a tiny weed can still choke the life out of everything else. This work offers a way to identify those “weeds” in our professional lives and learn how to gently remove them, allowing us to flourish. It’s a hopeful message that even small changes can make a huge difference in achieving our goals.

The author is known for working with leaders around the world and helping them overcome obstacles. He's often hired for this kind of work, and it can be very expensive. But here, he shares his expertise with everyone. He was asked a really important question: what’s the biggest problem successful people face? His answer isn’t what you might expect. It's not about a lack of skills or knowledge. It's about the habits we sometimes don’t even realize we have. These habits, these little quirks in our behavior, can subtly undermine our efforts and prevent us from truly shining. The book explores the beliefs that make leaders successful, but also dives deep into the behaviors that can trip them up. It’s about understanding that even as we achieve success, we can still have areas for improvement. The author carefully examines the common problems that arise when we achieve a certain level of success and provides practical ways to tackle those challenges. He doesn't offer simple solutions, but instead presents a thoughtful and systematic approach to changing how we act and interact with others.

The book doesn't focus on a massive overhaul of your personality. Instead, it pinpoints twenty specific habits often seen in workplaces. These aren't about doing something “wrong,” but about understanding how those actions might be impacting others or hindering progress. The author provides a structured way to understand and address these habits, offering a framework for positive change. It’s a reminder that growth is a continuous process, and that even the most accomplished individuals can benefit from self-reflection and a willingness to adapt. It’s a practical guide for anyone who wants to move beyond feeling “stuck” and unlock their full potential, regardless of their current level of success. It’s not about blame or judgment, but about recognizing our own capacity for growth and taking steps to become the best version of ourselves, both professionally and personally.

It’s a strange thing, isn’t it, when we’re putting in the effort, giving it our all, and still feeling like we’re not quite where we want to be? I remember a time in my life when that feeling was overwhelming. I was working so hard, dedicating so much of my energy, and yet I felt trapped, like I was running on a treadmill going nowhere. I started to question everything I was doing, wondering if I was on the right path, if I was even capable of reaching my goals. It’s so easy to fall into the trap of thinking that once you’ve achieved a certain level of accomplishment, the rest will just naturally follow. But the truth is, often it's not about doing more things; it's about examining how we're doing them. This is a thoughtful look at how seemingly small, almost invisible things we do can sometimes hold us back from reaching our full potential. It isn’t about saying anyone isn’t good enough or failing to acknowledge their efforts. It’s a gentle reminder that we all have areas where we can grow, and simply recognizing those areas is the very first step toward making real progress. Think about tending a garden. You might have beautiful flowers blooming, but a tiny weed can still choke the life out of everything else. This work offers a practical approach to identify those “weeds” in our careers and learn how to gently remove them, so we can truly flourish and reach our full potential. It's a message filled with hope, reminding us that even the smallest changes can make a big difference in achieving what we set out to do.

The person who wrote this has spent years working with leaders from all over the world, helping them overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. Usually, this kind of expertise comes at a very high price. However, here, he's generously sharing his insights and knowledge with everyone. He was once asked a really important question: what’s the biggest problem successful people face? You might assume the answer would be something about a lack of skills or knowledge, but it’s actually something much more subtle. The biggest challenge isn’t about what we know; it’s about the habits we sometimes don’t even realize we have. These habits, these little quirks in our behavior, can quietly undermine our efforts and stop us from truly shining. The work investigates the beliefs that make leaders successful, but it also looks deeply into the behaviors that can sometimes hold them back. It reinforces the idea that even when we achieve success, there’s always room for improvement. He carefully examines the common issues that arise when we reach a certain level of success and provides a thoughtful and systematic approach to changing our behavior and how we interact with others. He doesn't offer quick fixes, but instead encourages a more considered and lasting transformation.

This isn't about making a big, sweeping change to who you are. It focuses on twenty specific habits that are often seen in workplaces. These habits aren’t about doing something "wrong"; they're about understanding how those actions might be impacting others or slowing down progress. The author offers a structured way to understand and address these habits, providing a framework for positive change. It's a reminder that growth is a continuous journey, and that even the most accomplished people can benefit from taking time to reflect and be willing to adapt. It's a practical guide for anyone who feels "stuck" and wants to unlock their full potential, no matter how much they’ve already achieved. It's not about blame or judgment, but about recognizing our own ability to grow and taking steps to become the best version of ourselves, both professionally and personally.

Rating: 5.0 / 5.0

It's easy to feel like we're working hard but not getting where we want to be. This book is about understanding why that might be happening. It’s not about saying anyone isn't doing enough, but more about gently looking at how we do things. It's like tending a garden – even with beautiful flowers, a tiny weed can stop everything from thriving. The author shares knowledge gained from working with leaders, explaining that the biggest problem successful people face isn’t a lack of skill, but often the habits they aren’t even aware of. It identifies twenty common habits and offers a helpful way to understand and change them. It's a reminder that everyone can grow, even those who have already achieved a lot. It’s a hopeful guide for anyone wanting to move forward and become the best version of themselves.