Stephen Mackey is a player development coach, keynote speaker, and founder of 2Words Character Development. Stephen is also author to Wall Street Journal Best Selling book The Locker Room” How Great Teams Heal Hurt, Overcome Adversity, and Build Unity. Stephen spends his time traveling the country teaching student athletes and coaches the tools on how to create culture, coach beyond the game, and become the best versions of themselves.

Also, special shout out to friend and loyal listener of the podcast Mike Quinn who referred me to Stephen’s work. Thank you Mike

Topics

-Advice to young speakers

-How to best influence student athletes

-Mental health, anxiety, and pressure in student athletes

-How to lead and hold others accountable

-Learning how to communicate

-A framework for uncomfortable conversations

-A message to ALL parents of student athletes

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