Win More, Live Better

Two teachers witnessed the same moment with the same child and told two completely different stories. In this episode, we explore how the event didn’t change, but the interpretation did. For athletes, our explanations play a significant role in shaping our confidence and momentum (especially after mistakes). For leaders and coaches, our explanations will impact decisions, conversations, and the culture for those we lead. Thus, today's episode is a reminder that outcomes are often driven less by what happens and more by the meaning we assign to it. If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

In the span of three days, an NBA superstar had two wildly different performances, but he was adamant that his process stayed the same. This episode unpacks why elite performers have to learn to trust their process and not overreact to results, even when their career might be dependent on them. If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

In the early 2000's, Steve Wynn and other executives set out to redefine Las Vegas by intentionally changing the public's perception of the city. Through stories from the Wynn organization, this episode breaks down what coaches and leaders can learn about the power of one's environment on shaping behavior and identity. We'll discuss why first-class behaviors require first-class environments and how coaches influence a team's culture and identity far beyond facilities or resources.If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

This episode features a conversation from my recent appearance on the Being Champions Podcast with Matt Booth. We talk about the biggest challenges facing coaches today, identity traps in coaching, and how mindset, leadership, and environment influence both performance and well-being. Learn More About Matt Booth:To learn more about Matt’s work, you can follow him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-booth-27699676?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appYou can listen to other episodes from the Being Champions podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/41X6O0OtGqQWIZg12o1Px3?si=cNuHdgqlRCyzVmm3wFuSlQ Learn More About Zach:If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

A leader's presence is never neutral. This episode highlights a recent quote from college football head coach, Jon Sumrall, that challenges leaders to take responsibility for the energy and value they bring into every space. Using examples from elite college football coaches and Liz Wiseman's research on "multipliers," this episode offers a simple self-audit to help coaches lead with greater intention, consistency, and impact.If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter for the show. In this episode, Zach introduces Win More, Live Better and unpacks the philosophy behind the rebrand. He explains why this show will continue to commit to helping coaches and high performers pursue excellence without sacrificing their well-being, joy, relationships, and fulfillment in the process.This episode is an invitation to rethink what success looks like, how it’s sustained, and how coaches can win more, while living better along the way.If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

Today, we're joined by Joe Bohringer, a longtime Major League Baseball executive and executive leadership coach, whose career spans more than three decades inside professional sport.Joe has spent over 30 years working in high-stakes environments at the highest levels of baseball, including senior leadership roles with organizations such as the Chicago Cubs and Seattle Mariners. Throughout his career, he has worked across scouting, player development, and the front office which has provided him with a rare, holistic view of what sustained excellence actually requires. Today, Joe brings those lessons into the corporate world and other professional sport arenas working with executives and leadership teams to help them build high-performing, values-driven organizations. Joe is also the author of Winning, Inc.: A Championship Handbook for High-Performing Leaders, where he distills decades of real-world experience into nine practical principles for leaders who want to win consistently without losing themselves or their culture in the process.In this conversation, we explore what truly separates elite performers and organizations over time. Joe shares why high performers are wired for continuous growth. Drawing from his book Winning, Inc., he unpacks several of the nine core principles that guide high-performing teams, including the idea that winning isn’t normal and people drive process.Here's some notable highlights from our conversation:[5:36] — High Performers Are Wired to Grow[8:56] — Finding the Right Environment and Support[12:38] — Influence of Business Background[17:20] — Winning Is Not Normal[24:28] — Upholding Standards By Managing Discomfort[32:09] — Helping Teams Get Unstuck[37:50] — The "4 Hats" Leaders Wear [42:50] — People Drive Process[47:28] — Selecting the Right People[52:40] — Information Connectors[58:06] — Taking Ownership of Culture and Defining Right[1:03:10] — Achieving Hard Things Requires Commitment[1:07:47] — Leaving MLB On Your Own TermsLearn More About Joe:To learn more about Joe's work and coaching, check out his website here: https://jbexecutivecoach.com/You can also stay up-to-date on Joe's work and thought leadership by connecting with him here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-bohringer/ Learn More About Zach:If you’re a collegiate or professional coach striving to win more and live better, it's not too late to sign-up for a free coaching call this month where I can share helpful resources and explore how to best support your coaching journey. You can sign up for a call here: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

Explore the intricate relationship between fear and high performance. Fear is redefined not as an enemy, but as a signal for growth. Learn how elite performers like Mikaela Shiffrin use fear to sharpen focus and prepare mentally. Nik Wallenda shares how facing fear transforms it into respect, fostering presence in challenges. Discover practical insights on reframing fear and managing it for success. The conversation highlights how embracing fear leads to resilience and excellence in high-stakes situations.

Not every voice deserves influence and not every opinion should shape your decisions. In this episode, we discuss why great leaders have the courage to turn their back on the crowd to stay anchored to the mission and committed to their people. This conversation challenges leaders to stop reacting to outside noise and start investing fully in their people. If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/

One of the most important reminders we can share with athletes is to not judge your performance or season too early. Like a Polaroid picture, performance takes time to develop. This episode is all about evaluating your growth with patience and perspective and not becoming trapped by assumptions you create from past experiences.If you’re a coach or leader striving for more clarity, consistency, and fulfillment, feel free to sign up for a free discovery call to see how I can best support you: https://calendly.com/zachbrandon/discoverycallFor more practical tools and mindset stories like this, you can subscribe to my free newsletter here: https://winningwithwords.beehiiv.com/