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029: Why Transformations Fail: Jim Hirshorn on Talent, Work, and Role Fit
In this episode, Sandy sits down with longtime friend, the Co-Founder and Chairman of Onyx Canyon Partners, Jim Hirshorn for a wide-ranging conversation about careers, leadership, and what actually drives long-term success. Jim shares his journey from a quiet, analytically minded childhood through engineering, consulting, private equity, and executive operating roles, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how leaders are truly formed over time.
Together, Sandy and Jim explore why so many talented executives fail despite strong credentials and how success depends on the interaction between…
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