The High Performance Podcast E112 - Rob Baxter: Building Resilience to Deal with Stress (Gallagher Leadership Series)
Apr 5, 2022
Rob Baxter, the Director of Rugby for Exeter Chiefs and a former player, shares insights on building a resilient team culture. He discusses his A.C.E philosophy and its impact at the Exeter training ground. The conversation highlights balancing individual performance with team success, the lessons learned from failure, and the emotional journey of winning and losing. Baxter emphasizes the importance of leadership, personal growth, and creating a legacy, making Exeter the most desired club for players in rugby.
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Illustrating Teamwork
- Use films and video clips, particularly war films, to illustrate teamwork principles. Show how individual commitment strengthens the entire unit.
The Challenge of Leadership
- Leading requires repeatedly emphasizing hard work and sacrifice. Find comfort in knowing these efforts benefit the players.
Farming and Resilience
- Rob Baxter draws resilience from his farming background. He uses the analogy of picking up hay bales to illustrate tackling daunting tasks.
