Ep #170: How to Tap Into Your Infinite Passion with Dr. Ruth Gotian

Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology at Weil Cornell Medicine, and an expert in mentorship and leadership development, holding multiple awards. She interviews the most successful people of our generation including Nobel laureates, astronauts, CEOs, and Olympic Champions to pick apart and learn from their habits and practices to optimize your own success. Dr. Gotian regularly contributes to Forbes, Psychology Today, Nature, and Scientific American, is an international keynote speaker, hosts “The Mentorship Project” podcast, and her new book, “The Success Factor: Developing the Mindset and Skillset for Peak Business Performance” is available on Amazon and ships out in January of 2022.On Story Tuesday, Dr. Gotian shares her story of pursuing her doctorate at 43 while working full time and raising a family. She shares the one question that set her down the path of developing her passion, curiosity, and forming her 4-piece puzzle that has contributed to her high performance and success. 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:Website: https://www.ruthgotian.com/aboutLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgotian/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruthgotianBook: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Factor-Developing-Skillset-Performance/dp/1398602299  Host Links:Podcast Website:https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishaiInstagram: @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.