Welcome to the Way of Champions Podcast hosted by John O'Sullivan.
Each week we connect you with the top minds in sport, coaching, leadership, and creating championship programs so you can take your athletes and teams to the next level.
We have a treat for you this week!!! This week on the Way of
Champions Podcast, John and Jerry have a discussion with 8x
NBA Champion player and coach, Steve Kerr. What makes a great
coach? How do you build a championship culture? Why should a coach
ask their team, “How can I be better for you?” These questions and
so many more are answered in this fantastic episode with one of the
best coaches in the world.
Highlights from the Discussion:
How an NFL Football Coach helped Coach Kerr develop a coaching
philosophy
How to get players to buy in to core values of a coach
What do effective coaches have in common? Authority and
Humanity
What percentage of coaching is strategic?
“Never let a player rot at the end of a bench."
Why has Coach Kerr let his players run the time outs?
What is the role of “Love” in coaching?
What are the ingredients needed for a great culture?
Cultural Architects vs Cultural Assassins
How do you build a culture when there is high turnover?
Having the confidence and the vulnerability to be honest with
your team
Coach Kerr gives his thoughts on how what to ask the parents
of a young athlete in order to coach more effectively
We finish the show by talking about legacy and how Coach Kerr
wants to be remembered. You don’t want to miss this one!
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The Way of Champions Podcast connects you with the top minds in sports, coaching, leadership, and building championship programs so you can take your athletes and teams to the next level.