“God only knows we need a great role model as a leader who is more leader than they are male or female, who is more about their mission that serves everyone than about ego and personal ambition that only serves them.”

American psychiatrist, executive coach and consultant

Mark Goulston was an American psychiatrist, executive coach, and consultant. He was known for developing Surgical Empathy, a method built around focused empathy and used to help people move past emotional and psychological barriers. He worked with Fortune 500 companies, universities, and other organizations. His work centered on communication, performance, and well-being, with an emphasis on reaching people in ways that could reduce inner blocks and support healthier functioning.