Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Coach Paul Assaiante – Leading People to Greatness (Capital Allocators, EP.307)
Apr 10, 2023
Paul Assaiante, the winningest coach in college sports history, shares wisdom from his 30 years at Trinity College, leading the squash team to 17 national titles. He discusses confronting fear through his philosophy of 'Run to the Roar' and the importance of emotional regulation. The conversation explores navigating obsession versus perseverance, the impact of transparency in team dynamics, and the necessity of allowing children to embrace failure for growth. His unique journey highlights how sports strategies can translate into valuable lessons for leadership and personal development.
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From Gymnastics to Squash
- Paul Assaiante's early sports journey involved gymnastics and a chance national championship appearance.
- Despite aiming for the Olympics, an injury led him to tennis and then unexpectedly to coaching squash.
Obsession vs. Perseverance
- Obsession can be detrimental due to ego attachment to outcomes.
- True success lies in finding joy in the process and maintaining a balanced perspective.
Learning from Legends
- Assaiante learned from Coach K the importance of motivation and empathy in coaching.
- He also learned from Jack Riley to nurture players' spirits and avoid breaking them.
