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""The Eleven Primal Spaces is a thoughtful invitation to slow down and remember what we often overlook: meaningful change begins within. Marc Kirshbaum blends neuroscience, anthropology, and lived experience into an exploration of awareness that feels both timeless and deeply relevant."" --Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 executive coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There Awaken the next-level leader within by rediscovering what makes us most human. We stand at the edge of the next great expansion. The foundations that once shaped us are crumbling and fading away. In their place rises a new frontier where new methods, strategies, and competencies are being driven by relentless innovation and change. To successfully navigate this accelerating transformation, today's leaders must turn to the most enduring tools we've ever known: the fundamentally human ""spaces"" that enabled our evolutionary ascent in the first place. In The Eleven Primal Spaces, master reconstructionist and leadership strategist Marc D. Kirshbaum explores the individual, communal, and transcendent forces that have shaped us from the very beginning. Blending anthropology, storytelling, breakthrough leadership theory, and opportunities for personal reflection and discovery, this book empowers leaders to breathe new life into these primal spaces--reigniting connection, inspiration, and energy in work and life. A bold reframing of what it means to lead with humanity, The Eleven Primal Spaces delivers transformative insights and practical tools to develop and guide next-level leaders, including: - Committed and collective action - anchoring purpose in shared momentum - Culture rooted in trust and loyalty - building bonds that endure - Peaceful and productive conflict - transforming tension into growth - Creativity and play - unlocking innovation through joy - True belief - aligning conviction with impact Readers are invited to deepen this journey through the Primal Spaces Codex--a downloadable companion crafted to capture reflections, insights, and lived experiences along the way. More than a journal, the codex serves as both foundation and method, guiding leaders to articulate their core identity, define their leadership philosophy, and chart a path to enduring impact by reconnecting with the primal spaces that set next-level leaders apart. Whether you're a CEO, educator, community builder, or anyone striving to lead with lasting impact, The Eleven Primal Spaces offers a compelling synthesis of ancient wisdom and contemporary relevance, merging evolutionary insights with actionable strategies for success in today's complex and rapidly changing world.

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""The Eleven Primal Spaces is a thoughtful invitation to slow down and remember what we often overlook: meaningful change begins within. Marc Kirshbaum blends neuroscience, anthropology, and lived experience into an exploration of awareness that feels both timeless and deeply relevant."" --Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 executive coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There ""The Eleven Primal Spaces is both a wake-up call and a road map for leading in our hyperconnected, fast-changing world. Ignore its wisdom at your own peril. Embrace it to unlock lasting success, trust, and impact."" --Ram Charan, global business advisor, board director, and coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done ""In boxing, as in life, true greatness comes not just from strength or skill, but from resilience, belief, and the ability to rise after every setback. The Eleven Primal Spaces captures the essence of what it takes to lead, persevere, and inspire. Marc's approach and efforts directly helped shape the League of Champions Foundation, empowering impoverished young people to be resilient and believe that anything is possible. This book is a powerful reminder that true champions are built from the inside out and that awakening the eleven primal spaces is essential to staying on top, even when you get knocked down."" --Lennox Lewis, former undisputed and three-time heavyweight champion of the world; founder of the Lennox Lewis League of Champions Foundation ""Over my decades in the business press, it became utterly clear to me that the most effective leaders connect on a human level. MBA theories aside, what mattered most was the real stuff--like sharing purpose and collective meaning, winning trust with integrity, and communicating momentum. Marc Kirshbaum's genius in Eleven Primal Spaces is not just identifying these markers of authentic leadership but also tying them back to the most elemental drivers of human behavior. I love his reasoning and coming away from a book thinking, 'Of course that's true, and now I understand why.'"" --Eric Schurenberg, former CEO, Inc. and Fast Company, and founder of the Alliance for Trust in Media ""The Eleven Primal Spaces offers a compelling reminder that the future of leadership depends not on more technology but on a return to what makes us human. Drawing on evolutionary insights, deep leadership experience, and thoughtful reflection, this book reveals how renewing our deepest sources of connection restores purpose, energy, and happiness. An important guide for anyone seeking to make a meaningful difference in a rapidly changing world."" --Tal Ben-Shahar, New York Times bestselling author of Happier ""This book engages the mind and lifts up the spirit. Marc provides real-life illustrations of transcendent principles, driving us to rise beyond the present and embrace the infinite. He combines practical advice on management and interpersonal relations with a focus farther out than any immediate crisis--indeed, a focus on no less than humankind's evolutionary future. Anthropology, psychology, business sense, and spirituality entwine in every vignette. The lessons of this volume will be treasured for decades to come."" --Hon. Tom Campbell, former US congressman and former dean of Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley and Fowler School of Law at Chapman University ""Rooted in both evidence and compassion, this book is a powerful guide to rediscovering the foundational spaces that allow individuals and communities to thrive. Marc's work honors the science of transformation while never losing sight of the human heart at its core. For anyone seeking to inspire real growth and lasting impact, these insights are both timely and timeless."" --Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD, BCBA-D, founder and CEO, Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) ""In today's rapidly shifting landscape, this book cuts through the clutter with actionable wisdom and creative clarity. It's a master class in leading with vision--essential reading for anyone looking to build not just a brand but a legacy."" --Marc Rosen, CEO, Catalyst Brands LLC (parent of Brooks Brothers, Aeropostale, Nautica, Lucky Brand, and JCPenney) ""This book is a thoughtful, actionable, and deeply inspiring blueprint for principled leadership in a complex world. It's a must-read for anyone committed to making a positive impact in the boardroom or the community--and written by a person who walks the walk every day."" --Harley Rouda, entrepreneur and former US congressman ""Marc's approach invites readers to reach beyond the ordinary to connect with what truly elevates teams, leaders, and lives. As someone whose career is focused on building great teams on the basketball court, I was especially struck by Marc's discussion of The Sublime as one of the eleven primal spaces, capturing perfectly how teams can perform at levels beyond the talents of any individual."" --Jim Tanner, executive director/general manager, UNC men's basketball, and founder/former president, Tandem Sports + Entertainment ""In my twenty years of knowing Marc, he has always led with clarity and care. In The Eleven Primal Spaces, he offers both in abundance--inviting us to rethink how we engage, lead, and live with purpose. This book offers a pathway to making more intentional choices that amplify engagement in both work and life, and I have already seen the positive impact on my executive clients with whom I have shared Marc's wisdom."" --John Bowling, PhD, managing director, Sustainable Leadership Consultants, LLC ""The very title of this book opens your mind to intriguing possibilities. This is not a book you read once and put away. I find myself returning time and again to one or another Primal Space to help me address a challenge I may be facing that day or just to be inspired by one of Marc's personal experiences. Lyrically written, the tenets of this book are timeless and universal. Having worked closely with Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, I recognize in The Eleven Primal Spaces an enduring wisdom with a fresh relevance. It is the most impactful book I have read since The Power of Positive Thinking--a beacon for readers throughout their lifetime."" --Shari Thorell, president, ST Enterprises, Inc.; chair, board of councilors, USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology; former senior vice president, alumni relations, University of Southern California ""In a world hungry for authentic leadership, this book is a powerful reminder that real change begins with the courage to reconnect to what matters most. Marc's work is both a call to action and a practical guide grounded in wisdom, service, and a deep understanding of what it means to lead with heart. I've seen firsthand the impact of Marc's commitment to purpose-driven collaboration, and I believe this book will inspire leaders to serve boldly and build organizations and communities that thrive."" --Rick Matros, chairman and CEO, Sabra Health Care REIT, and chair, IsraAID (US) board ""The Eleven Primal Spaces weaves an elaborate, intricate narrative that moves from humanity's earliest evolutionary steps--when we first stood upright and learned to look beyond the horizon--to the social, legal, and moral structures that shape modern societies. Tapping into the author's own life experiences as well as lessons from history with practical exercises and mindful inquiry, the book bridges methodology and philosophy, science and self-awareness. By the end, readers feel they have traveled through time and into themselves and emerged with the emotional, social, and ethical tools needed to live with clarity, authenticity, and truth."" --Neena Haider, PhD, founder, Shifa Precision, Inc.; key contributor to the Human Genome Project; and former professor, Harvard Medical School

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Marc D. Kirshbaum is a master reconstructionist, advisor, and CEO who has guided global innovators, early-stage disruptors, and mission-driven organizations through pivotal moments of growth and transformation for more than twenty-five years. His work challenges and inspires leaders to awaken the primal spaces that have shaped humanity--rekindling awareness, meaningful connection, and communities rooted in respect, trust, and empathy. He's led and advised both early-stage ventures and mature companies through growth, turnaround, and reorganization--including scaling teams, raising capital, and driving successful exits. Today, he collaborates with executives and teams, focusing on developing leaders who hold space for their vision to materialize while standing upright and walking boldly. Beyond business, he has served as a leader in his community and a statewide policy advocate. He is also deeply committed as a catalyst and mobilizer for multiple Jewish causes, engaging in national efforts that frequently bring him to Washington, DC. He received his JD from The University of Chicago School of Law and his undergraduate degree in economics and political science from the University of Southern California. He and his wife live in Southern California, having proudly raised two joyful and purposeful daughters.

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