Glue Guys

Steve Kerr - Leadership Lessons From a Glue Guy Career - [Glue Guys, EP.49]

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Aug 7, 2025
Steve Kerr, head coach of the Golden State Warriors and a nine-time champion, shares insights on leadership and mindfulness. He recounts experiences with legends like Michael Jordan and Steph Curry, emphasizing the importance of joy and vulnerability in high-pressure situations. Kerr discusses overcoming anxiety, the significance of gratitude, and how 'glue guys' foster team unity. He reflects on coaching as a mentorship journey, merging competition with collaboration, while highlighting the lessons learned from personal struggles and the transformative power of resilience.
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ADVICE

Use Mindfulness to Improve Focus

  • Mindfulness and mental training techniques can be taught to help athletes get out of their own way.
  • Reading books like "The Inner Game of Tennis" can improve focus and reduce self-doubt during performance.
INSIGHT

Joy Fuels Competitive Culture

  • Joy is a key value in championship culture, blending with competitiveness to create a positive yet intense environment.
  • Steph Curry embodies joy on the court, which sets a powerful cultural tone for the team.
ANECDOTE

Jordan's Tough Leadership Style

  • Michael Jordan held teammates to extremely high standards, driving them hard and sometimes pushing players off the team.
  • His demanding approach set a tone that guaranteed winning and required everyone to bring their best each day.
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