The High Performance Podcast E178 - Jordan Henderson: Serve to lead - why being selfless matters
Feb 20, 2023
Jordan Henderson, captain of Liverpool FC and England international, shares his remarkable journey shaped by adversity. He opens up about how parental divorce and his father's cancer diagnosis redefined his perspective on life and leadership. The conversation dives deep into building team culture, resilience, and coping with media scrutiny. Henderson reflects on the transformative impact of Jurgen Klopp's leadership on Liverpool, the emotional weight of victories, and emphasizes the importance of selflessness and vulnerability in sports and personal growth.
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Impact of Divorce
- Jordan Henderson's parents divorced when he was six years old.
- This experience shaped him, making him shy but also fueling a desire to prove his worth.
Dad's Cancer Diagnosis
- During the 2013-14 season, Henderson's dad was diagnosed with throat cancer.
- This put everything into perspective and became a "sliding doors" moment for him.
Harnessing Challenges
- Focus on what you can control when facing difficult situations.
- Use challenges as fuel to perform and make a positive impact.
