Coach K is arguably the greatest college basketball coach of all-time. He has the most wins, won 5 national titles, and was named "Coach of the Year" 12x. He harnessed his leadership philosophy early on as as a point guard and coach at West Point. He also served as a captain in the US Army. Coach K has recently delivered a MasterClass on Values-Driven Leadership which we discuss including: 

-One of the most important lessons he learned as an assistant coach on The Dream Team

-How he used the worst loss of his career as fuel him

-His 4-step framework for re-assessing a situation when adversity strikes

-The best piece of advice for new leaders trying to make their mark

-Sacrifices leaders make and advice from his dear friend, Jimmy V

-Why the best leaders are lifelong learners

Saucony is a household brand for athletes who love to run. It's also a 125 year-old brand with a rich heritage (and my favorite running shoe). Anne Cavassa, President of Saucony, shares her vision for the brand including life and career advice to live by including:

-Important lessons she learned working with founds from brands like Tommy Bahama

-How she learned empathy through her mother

-How she led through turbulent times through empathy

-The most important traits she looks for in hiring

-How she shows up as a leader at work and a present parent and more..

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