The Road to Greatness
The Road to Greatness is a new podcast designed to highlight how the best-of-the best in their field became great. During these engaging interviews, guests will be asked to pull the curtain back and share their practice routines, rituals, superstitions, and other preparation activities they used to make it to the top, as well as highlight what they continue to do to stay the best.
The Road to Greatness
Episode 6: Leadership Masterclass with Coach Rick Barnes
In this episode of The Road to Greatness, Karlyn Kieffer sits down with legendary NCAA head coach Rick Barnes, who delivers a true masterclass on leadership, resilience, and the art of building high-performing teams. With over three decades of coaching experience, Coach Barnes dives deep into the philosophies that have propelled him to the top of his field, sharing his wisdom on everything from the power of consistency to the importance of transparency with your team.
Throughout the conversation, Coach Barnes touches on key principles he believes are essential for any leader:
- Consistency: Why being the most dependable person in the room is essential to earning trust and inspiring excellence.
- Recruiting: How he evaluates players beyond talent alone, searching for character, work ethic, and a willingness to embrace their role.
- Resilience: The strategies he uses to help his players stay mentally agile, pushing through adversity and fatigue to bring their best—even when it's hard.
And in a surprising revelation, Coach Barnes shares the story of a player who taught him a powerful lesson about respect, leading him to clean up his language permanently. Find out which player made this lasting impact—and why.
Whether you're in sports, business, or simply aiming for personal growth, this episode offers rich insights for anyone looking to elevate their leadership game. Tune in for stories, laughs, and plenty of inspiration from one of college basketball’s finest!
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