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May 26, 2025 25 mins

Nathan Tanner is an executive coach who helps CEOs, founders, and high-impact leaders scale themselves and their companies. He's coached leaders from companies including Electronic Arts, EA, LinkedIn, Lyft, and Google. Prior to becoming a full-time coach, he held several HR executive roles, including leading the HR team at DoorDash.

Nathan has served as an advisor at Y Combinator and has written for Forbes, Inc., and Fast Company. He's an IRONMAN triathlete, holds an MBA from BYU, and lives with his wife and their four children in southern Utah.

In today's episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn how to navigate career transitions and build meaningful relationships that enhance your leadership journey.

Nathan and I discuss:

  • The unexpected path of Nathan's career journey [01:48]
  • Insights on pursuing a career in finance and HR [03:27]
  • The importance of finding your passion [05:24]
  • How to identify the right business model for your skills [08:00]
  • The distinction between the external and internal aspects of leadership [10:14]
  • Why trust is essential in coaching relationships [12:46]
  • Techniques for building connections with decision-makers [15:07]
  • The role of community in personal and professional growth [18:48]

Learn more about Nathan at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVJWJR3H?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100 and https://nathantanner.substack.com/

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