1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 This week I am pulling one of my favorite interviews out from the archives. Why? Three reasons: My last episode with Anish Mahajan really did quite well, so I wanted to follow up with another episode with an “industry veteran.” Since that episode did well, I wanted new subscribers to get an episode of a similar format. I have been super busy myself preparing for the launch of my new book, Say “Yes, And!” to Change. You can learn all about that here: http://SayYesAndToChange.com &amp;nbsp; Here’s the episode info: In this episode, I sit down with one of my oldest friends and longtime ExxonMobil leader, Alexander Bolkhovsky, for a deep dive into leadership, motivation, and navigating organizational change. Over his 27-year career with ExxonMobil, Alex has held roles across engineering, technology, sales, and global strategy. But more than the titles, it’s his mindset—curious, adaptable, and people-first—that makes him a standout. We explore everything from leading massive reorganizations and setting “impossible” goals to staying energized when your to-do list feels endless. Whether you’re managing a team or just trying to lead yourself, this episode is packed with gold. 💡 Key Takeaways Why adaptability is a learned skill, not an innate trait How “bold goals” create breakthrough thinking—even if you don’t hit them The leadership superpower of assuming positive intent How to balance long-term strategy with short-term urgency The real reason motivation and fun matter more than discipline Simple systems for making your workweek more productive and more enjoyable 🔗 Relevant Links Connect with Alex on LinkedIn: Alexander Bolkhovsky&amp;nbsp; Learn more about Avish and the “Yes, And!” approach: avishparashar.com Yes, And! With Avish Parashar https://sites.libsyn.com/546427 <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40908435/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/40908435