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Leading with Heart: Edward James Doherty on Feedback, Resilience & Reinventing Life at 70
3rd April 2025 • BizBlend • Sana and Avik Chakraborty - by Healthy Mind by Avik ™. All rights reserved.
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In this powerful episode of BizBlend, host Sana welcomes leadership consultant, author, and marathoner Edward James Doherty for a transformative conversation on resilience, feedback, and people-first leadership. From managing 56 restaurants to running the Boston Marathon at age 70, Edward’s story is a compelling blueprint for growth at every stage of life. Together, they explore how emotional resilience impacts leadership, why feedback is a game-changer, and how businesses can prioritize mental health without compromising performance. Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or pursuing personal growth—this episode will leave you inspired to take action.

About the Guest:
Edward James Doherty is a seasoned leader, mentor, and author of Observations at the Speed of Life. With over 50 years of experience mentoring thousands and leading high-impact teams, he now consults with organizations to build cultures that thrive from the inside out. A late-blooming marathoner and a passionate volunteer, Edward lives by the values he teaches—resilience, reflection, and relentless curiosity.

Key Takeaways:

  • Emotional resilience isn’t born—it’s built through experience and reframing failure.

  • Feedback, even tough feedback, is the fastest route to growth.

  • Mental health is a leadership responsibility—employee engagement is a key signal.

  • Leadership is less about control and more about connection, example, and curiosity.

  • It’s never too late to reinvent yourself—start now, start small, and keep going.

Connect with Edward James Doherty:

  • Book: Observations at the Speed of Life is available on Amazon and at observationsatthespeedoflife.com

  • Audio Book: Coming soon—narrated by Edward himself for a deeply personal listening experience

  • Follow and connect: Visit his website for updates and speaking opportunities

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