The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Alan Stein Jr: The Performance Gap Between Knowing and Doing, and What Elite Athletes Teach Us About Execution
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Nov 7, 2025 Alan Stein Jr, a former performance coach for NBA legends like Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant, discusses the critical gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. He shares insights on how elite athletes combine physical talent, mental resilience, and coachability to excel. Alan emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and mastering fundamentals over quick fixes. He also draws parallels between coaching principles in sports, business, and parenting, advocating for a focus on the process rather than just outcomes.
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Model Lifelong Learning For Kids
- Model curiosity and lifelong learning for your children by visibly reading and asking questions.
- Encourage children to pursue subjects they’re fascinated by beyond assigned schoolwork.
Reward The Process Not The Score
- Reward process over outcomes by praising effort, coachability, teamwork, and fun.
- Focus on controllable habits like showing up, doing homework, and unseen reps to build lasting success.
Early Kevin Durant Assessment
- Alan first saw Kevin Durant at 14–15 and noticed love for the game, pristine fundamentals, and frailty.
- Alan believed strength training could unlock Durant's potential and later saw him become an all-time scorer.
