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"The Wall" Podcast

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Failing forward...

Every leader hits a wall - a moment that tests resilience, vision, and courage. The Wall Podcast dives into those defining moments when leaders face adversity and push through instead of turning back. Hosted by John Costigan, whose work has reached over 1 million people across 30+ countries, the show features raw, unfiltered conversations with executives, entrepreneurs, and innovators from Fortune 500 giants to fast-growing startups.

As John says, “No one wants to hear how great you are. They want to hear how great you weren’t, how hard it was, and what you did to overcome the challenges you endured.” The Wall goes beyond polished success stories to uncover the truth behind resilience, failure, and growth - revealing what it really takes to break through.

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Guest:
Deirdre Mahon
Marketing Leader | PLG | Growth | GTM Strategy
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Ed Fardos
Head of Operations at GT Bicycles
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52m 20s
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