Alex Golesh recounts his journey from high school coaching to leading the University of South Florida, emphasizing player-focused and process-driven programs over results. He discusses the challenges and rewards of leadership, work-life balance, elite behavior standards, and the importance of a relentless focus on the process for long-term success.

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Follow Alex Golesh on Twitter/X @CoachGolesh.

Additional Episode with Alex Golesh:

The Effort and Energy to Excel

Additional Culture OS Episodes:

Brad Spencer, Head Coach, North Central College

Derek Leonard, Head Coach, Rochester HS (IL)

Kyle Ralph, Head Coach, New Palestine High School (IN)

Related Episodes with Rob Pomazak:

Giving Your Players a Madden Rating to Help Development

What I Learned in My First 10 Years as a Head Coach

Remote Learning and the Four Quadrant Plan

Adjusting and Adapting the Season During Covid 

The Head Coach and Coordinator Dynamic

Additional Coach Pomazak Resources:

Coaching by Design: Complete Guide to Program Development

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