Game Changers with Molly Fletcher The Daily Disciplines That Make or Break Your Team Culture with Coach Buzz Williams
Nov 20, 2025
Buzz Williams, Maryland men's basketball coach known for transforming programs with culture and daily leadership habits. He breaks down the small, repeatable disciplines that shape team character. Short takes cover his nine daily practices, a simple checkbox system to stay aligned, and how trust, truth, and energy management keep teams steady.
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Daily Notes To Kids And Thank-You Rituals
- Buzz mails daily wisdom notes to his children and stamps them to be postmarked the right day.
- He also writes two thank-you notes daily to cultivate a grateful heart.
Use Simple Visual Systems For Alignment
- Do use simple visual systems to track daily habits and share them with your team.
- Make tools (like his nine-box calendar) accessible so the whole program stays aligned and efficient.
Lead Moment By Moment In A Changing Landscape
- Buzz says modern leadership in college sports requires moment-by-moment excellence amid rapid change.
- He stresses giving your absolute best in each moment because it sets up the next moment.
