The Power Of Empathy In M&A

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The Power of Empathy in M&A

Kison speaks with Dr. Mark Goulston on the benefits of practicing empathy for more successful M&A, specifically to improve value creation and productivity post-close.

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“Be a first-class noticer.” - Dr. Mark Goulston

Dr. Goulston is an international best-selling author, thought leader, serial entrepreneur, and corporate consultant. Some of his most popular books include, “Just Listen,” “Talking to Crazy,” and “Get Out of Your Own Way.”

During this episode, Dr. Goulston discusses how to effectively scale empathy and compassion in order to generate more successful business outcomes, constructive workforces and increased organizational growth.

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Mark Goulston

Mark honed his leadership coaching skills being mentored by Warren Bennis and as a former FBI/police hostage negotiation trainer, corporate conflict resolution specialist, clinical psychiatrist and UCLA professor. He is the author or co-author of nine books including the international best-selling books: Get Out of Your Own Way, Get Out of Your Own Way at Work, "Just Listen," "Real Influence" and Talking to Crazy. He contributed to Harvard Business Review, Biz Journals, Business Insider, Huffington Post, Fast Company, Psychology Today and appear widely in the media including CNN, Wall St. Journal, NY Times, Fortune and Forbes and appear frequently as a subject area expert on television, radio and podcasts.

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