Ep #139: How to Become an Influential Insider with Mark Herchberg

Mark Herschberg, former nerd and tech wiz turned fractional CTO, leader, venturer, an expert on people skills, mentor, teacher, and author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You.On Insight Sunday, Mark shares his story of going from social outcast to recognizing his need to learn human skills to developing them in himself and his hires, to working with MIT to develop a curriculum for all the skills that college doesn’t teach but are essential to success in leadership and the business world. Mark has been teaching the course for over 20 years at MIT.  This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to learn how to make adaptability your superpower to thrive in business and beyond? Learn psychology and neuroscience-backed frameworks and tools to harness the adaptability of the human brain. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching Guest Links:https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.comhttps://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/apphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/https://twitter.com/CareerToolkitBkhttps://www.facebook.com/TheCareerToolkitBookhttps://www.instagram.com/thecareertoolkit/ Host Links:Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. © 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. ABOUT THE PODCASTYou were built for speed.But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.It only burns them out.Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.DISCLAIMERThis content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being. © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.