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Elevate with Robert Glazer

Don Yaeger on Leadership Lessons from Legendary Athletes and Coaches

Jan 30, 2024
47:53
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Award-winning keynote speaker and author Don Yaeger joins host Robert Glazer to discuss leadership lessons from legendary athletes and coaches. They explore the difference between great performers and great coaches, the impact of character in leadership, and the importance of hard work. They also delve into the challenges of transitioning from an individual contributor to a manager, the benefits of studying different leadership styles, and the idea of 'culture fit' in organizations.
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Quick takeaways

  • The best coaches prioritize learning the sport over being star athletes.
  • Sports and leadership share the importance of maximizing player potential and fostering strong team dynamics.

Deep dives

The importance of learning in coaching

Some of the best coaches, such as Nick Saban and Lou Holtz, were not star athletes but spent more time learning the sport.

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