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May 20, 2024 50 mins

Marathons on their own are tough. But imagine running a marathon with someone else's heart and lungs. Mark Black is a living testament to the incredible power of resilience. Born with a congenital heart defect, Mark underwent life-saving open-heart surgery at just one day old. His journey of resilience began even before he took his first steps. 

 

Against all odds, Mark not only survived but thrived, becoming the only man in history to complete a marathon with another person's heart and lungs. His remarkable story serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's capacity to triumph over adversity. 

 

On this episode of The Workplace Communication Podcast, we’re talking with Mark Black, Speaker, Author, Coach at Resurgo Training Solutions Inc. about the roadmap to building inner resilience and its profound impact on personal and professional development. Mark's compelling narrative offers invaluable lessons on embracing adversity, fostering adaptability, and cultivating resilience in the face of life's trials.

 

Leadership tips you won’t want to miss: 

🎙️ Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth

🎙️ Fostering adaptability by cultivating a growth mindset

🎙️ Recognizing the power of resilience in overcoming obstacles

🎙️ Cultivating a supportive work environment that nurtures resilience

🎙️ Empowering your team to embrace change and navigate adversity with resilience

 

Mark Black is a resilience expert, speaker, author, and coach. He is the only man in history to run a marathon using someone else's heart and lungs. 

 

If you’re looking for inspiration to overcome life's challenges with determination, then this episode is for you!

 

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For a full written transcript of the episode, please see the show notes at the link above. 

 

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