S2 E5: Alan Stein Jr.

This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with keynote speaker, author, and former basketball performance coach Alan Stein Jr. At his core, Alan is a performance coach with a passion for helping business leaders change behaviors. He spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet—including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant. Through his customized programs, he transfers his unique expertise to maximize both individual and organizational performance. Alan is a dynamic storyteller who delivers practical, actionable lessons that can be implemented immediately. He teaches proven principles on how to utilize the same approaches in business that elite athletes use to perform at a world-class level. Episode Takeaways: Defining winning in business requires clarity and simplification. Adapting the vision of an organization involves involving stakeholders and considering diverse perspectives. Communication is key in reinforcing the mission, vision, and core values of the organization. Aligning goals and initiatives with the vision helps the organization operate more efficiently and cohesively. Focusing on the process increases the chances of achieving goals and leaving a legacy of excellence. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:26 Books and Personal Development 07:00 3 Commonalities Among High Performers 12:30 Questions Every Leader Should Ask 16:20 Holding Team Members Accountable 20:41 Aligning Behavior Changes with Organizational Goals 22:21 Defining Winning in Business 23:27 Adapting the Vision 24:33 Including Stakeholders in Decision-Making 26:36 Maintaining a Relevant Vision 31:18 Importance of Communication 33:44 What Winning Looks Like/Trading Me for We 36:38 Aligning Goals with the Vision 40:07 Focusing on the Process 42:08 Leaving a Legacy Alan's Website: https://alansteinjr.com/ Alan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-stein-jr/ Alan on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/AlanSteinJr?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Alan's Book Retail Link: https://www.amazon.com/Raise-Your-Game-High-Performance-Secrets/dp/1546082859/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H94CP74Y91D0&dchild=1&keywords=alan+stein+raise+your+game&qid=1610712828&sprefix=alan+stein%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1%20 *Music by Alex Grohl on Pixabay