Mastering Mindset for Success
In 2004, Madelaine Weiss faced a life-threatening flesh-eating disease that began as strep throat and extended into her arm. Doctors gave her a 1% chance of survival and warned she might lose her upper right quadrant. Seven weeks in the hospital and three months away from her post at Harvard Medical School later, she emerged healthy, thriving, and full of purpose.
Her story is more than survival—it’s a blueprint for resilience, mindset mastery, and creating a fulfilling life.
From Harvard Psychotherapist to Mindset Expert
Madelaine Weiss is not only a Harvard-trained licensed psychotherapist, but also an MBA holder and board-certified executive, career, and life coach. Her impressive background includes:
Founder and former chair of The School-Business Partnership
Parenting education facilitator
Director in group mental health practices
Corporate chief organizational development officer
Associate director at Harvard Medical School’s educational resource program
Bestselling author of Getting to G.R.E.A.T.: 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life
Her career demonstrates how overcoming personal adversity can fuel professional excellence and personal growth.
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The Power of “Getting to G.R.E.A.T.”
Madelaine’s book, Getting to G.R.E.A.T., offers a practical, five-step strategy for aligning your work and life with your true self.
Through science, real-life stories, and actionable exercises, Madelaine teaches readers how to:
Build satisfaction and success in both personal and professional life
Make decisions by listening to their inner voice
Navigate challenges with clarity and resilience
Each chapter launches with a personal vignette, moves to research-backed insights, and concludes with a case study and exercises that help readers apply lessons immediately.
Mindset Lessons: How to Build Your Best Life
Madelaine shares key insights for anyone looking to cultivate resilience, confidence, and clarity in their life:
Listen to Your Inner Voice: The harder a decision, the more important it is to pause and tune into your instincts.
Align Environment and Self: True satisfaction comes from matching who you are with where you work and live.
Apply Science and Storytelling: Practical strategies rooted in neuroscience can guide better life choices.
Her approach is both relatable and actionable, making complex psychology principles accessible to anyone.
Create Your Own GREAT Life
Madelaine Weiss continues to inspire through her books, coaching, and educational programs. Her strategies for mindset mastery, work-life alignment, and personal growth empower people of all ages to live intentionally, creatively, and successfully.
Whether you’re an adult seeking career guidance or a child exploring life’s possibilities, her story encourages everyone to listen to their inner voice, harness their potential, and craft a life that truly shines.