653: Winning the Battle - John Golden

Leadership Is Changing

What does leading with clarity and resilience take in a world of distractions? In this episode, John Golden, a seasoned sales leader and martial artist, challenges the idea that leadership is about having all the answers. Instead, he explores how focus, overcoming self-doubt, and empowering others are the keys to success. With lessons from military strategy and martial arts, John provides actionable insights on staying grounded and practical in today’s fast-moving environment.

Want to discover what truly sets great leaders apart? Tune in to learn how focus, authenticity, and a growth mindset can transform your leadership.

Welcoming John and His Journey

• John discusses moving from Dublin to Silicon Valley during the dot-com boom
• Leadership lessons from surviving the dot-com crash and housing bust
• The unique opportunities America provided in shaping his career

Winning the Battle for Sales: Military Lessons in Business

• How military strategy inspired the book Winning the Battle for Sales
• Small wins are important in building momentum for more significant victories
• Drawing parallels between George Washington’s victories and modern sales tactics

Martial Arts and Leadership: Focus, Discipline, and Resilience

• John’s Taekwondo journey with his son and the discipline it instilled
• The importance of focus in both martial arts and leadership.
• Why leaders need activities to clear their minds and stay sharp.

The Leadership Deficit in Today's World

• Addressing the lack of humility and self-awareness in modern leaders
• The value of empowering others and recognizing talents in your team
• Lessons from historical figures like Irish rebel Michael Dwyer on leadership resilience

Future Leadership: Focus, Efficiency, and Digital Transformation

• Leaders need to cut through distractions and focus on what truly matters
• Building a strong culture in a hybrid or remote work environment

Key Quotes:

"Great leaders maintain a laser-like focus on what’s important amidst distractions."​ - John Golden

"Overcoming self-limiting beliefs is crucial... You have to adopt a mindset of abundance."​ - John Golden

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