I got a digital galley copy of this book via NetGalley. Here is my review:

What I liked about the book:

- The framework (6 blindspots that stop leaders from achieving their full potential) is interesting. it covers all the aspects of leading (Being, Thinking and Acting).
- The examples that the author shares from his coaching practice brings the concepts alive.

What could have been different:

- At some point, I felt that there were too many examples from the practice.

We all carry blindspots, those subtle and unnoticed, often stubborn ways of thinking and reacting that shape how we show up in the world. In Blindspotting, Martin Dubin invites us to slow down, take a closer look, and begin the quiet, necessary work of self-awareness. He emphasizes that “what you don’t see about yourself can hold you back".

What I appreciated most about this book is how well-organized and deliberate it is. The structure makes the content not only easy to digest but also easy to return to. Each section can stand on its own, yet the book flows smoothly from one theme to the next.

Dubin doesn’t just talk about blindspots in the abstract. Instead, he breaks them down into clear categories: Identity, Motive, Trait, Emotion, Intellect, and Behavior, helping the reader recognize that these aren't one-size-fits-all.

Dubin draws generously from his experience as a coach and consultant, grounding each chapter in real-life stories and situations. These are not dramatic anecdotes or overly polished case studies, but relatable, human examples of how people, including himself, navigate complexity, conflict, and change. That lends the book a quiet credibility. He doesn’t preach, it simply reflects.

There’s also a self-evaluation tool included that I found particularly useful. It offers a thoughtful way to pause and examine your own patterns, without judgment. And from there, Dubin offers simple, actionable suggestions on how to identify one's blindspots, decide if one wants to fix them or not and provides actions on how to overcome them.

Thanks to the publisher for the ARC.

Useful information for focusing on your strengths and also grappling with you blind spots. Targets senior leaders and CEOs. Written in long narrative. I would have preferred more bullet point takeaways. There is a good checklist at the end. Thank you to the author. Thank you to the author. Thank you to #netgalley and the publisher for an ARC.