Masters of Scale

Rapid Response: Winning and losing, w/Vanderbilt University coach Jerry Stackhouse

Feb 18, 2021

Join Jerry Stackhouse, coach of the Vanderbilt University men’s basketball team and former NBA All-Star, as he shares his insights on navigating the complexities of coaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses the importance of adaptability and transparent communication in managing health protocols and athlete well-being. Stackhouse also reflects on the role of sports in social justice, emphasizing the need for dialogue. It's a compelling look at leadership, accountability, and the emotional dynamics of competing in uncertain times.

26:12

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Jerry Stackhouse

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Coaching Through Chaos: Lessons from the Pandemic

14min

Sports, Social Responsibility, and Personal Growth

4min

Thriving in Competitive Roles

6min

The Power of Accountability and Metrics in Team Performance

2min

Building Dreams from Scratch: A Culinary Journey

2min

Maintaining high performance in business has become harder than ever, between health challenges, economic obstacles, and political uncertainty. But we all still work to win. Jerry Stackhouse, coach of the Vanderbilt University men’s basketball team and former NBA all-star, is focused on winning – in the near-term, and the long term. His experience offers a compelling parable for every business leader these days. With Covid-19, his team has faced cancellations, testing protocols, and a pandemic reality of isolation and empty arenas. Coach Stackhouse is balancing the high stakes of health, racial equity, and media scrutiny with the quest for performance. Leading a team has never been more difficult, or more important.

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