After years in professional sports, Alex Smith and Shane Battier thought they understood what it takes to be a great coach. But now, coaching their own kids has given them a whole new appreciation for the job.

In this episode of Glue Guys, Alex, Shane, and Ravi explore what great coaching can teach us about leadership, parenting, and building winning cultures. From Andy Reid's attention to detail and Coach K's obsessive preparation to Jeff Van Gundy's philosophy of trusting the plan, they discuss the hidden work behind great teams, why even the best performers need constant practice, and what leaders in business can learn from professional sports.

After years in professional sports, Alex Smith and Shane Battier thought they understood what it takes to be a great coach. But now, coaching their own kids has given them a whole new appreciation for the job. In this episode of Glue Guys, Alex, Shane, and Ravi explore what great coaching can teach us about leadership, parenting, and building winning cultures. From Andy Reid's attention to detail and Coach K's obsessive preparation to Jeff Van Gundy's philosophy of trusting the plan, they discuss the hidden work behind great teams, why even the best performers need constant practice, and what leaders in business can learn from professional sports.

Why Coaching Is Harder Than It Looks - [Glue Guys, Ep. 78]

Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta share the sayings and pieces of advice they’ve carried with them from some of the most influential coaches, mentors, teammates, and family members in their lives.
They break down Jeff Van Gundy’s “don’t fail the plan” philosophy, why playing it safe can actually be the biggest risk, Jim Harbaugh’s advice for handling pressure, Hubie Brown’s brutally simple rule about getting paid to perform, and the mantra Alex leaned on while recovering from his devastating leg injury. They also trade lessons from Coach K, Andy Reid, Jason Williams, parents, and mentors—and discuss which sayings they’re now passing down to their own kids.

Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta share the sayings and pieces of advice they’ve carried with them from some of the most influential coaches, mentors, teammates, and family members in their lives. They break down Jeff Van Gundy’s “don’t fail the plan” philosophy, why playing it safe can actually be the biggest risk, Jim Harbaugh’s advice for handling pressure, Hubie Brown’s brutally simple rule about getting paid to perform, and the mantra Alex leaned on while recovering from his devastating leg injury. They also trade lessons from Coach K, Andy Reid, Jason Williams, parents, and mentors—and discuss which sayings they’re now passing down to their own kids.

The Advice We Stole From Great Coaches - [Glue Guys, Ep. 77]

What do a 3-time pro-bowler, 2-time NBA champion, and a Sequoia Capital Partner have in common? Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta are a uniquely decorated trio diving deep into what makes for great teams across sports and business in their new show, Glue Guys. Every Thursday, these three close friends will talk about business, teamwork, leadership, resilience, sports, and life through their unique perspectives. They reveal insights and stories about their collegiate and professional lives and dive into their passion projects and off-field interests alongside special guests.

What do a 3-time pro-bowler, 2-time NBA champion, and a Sequoia Capital Partner have in common? Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta are a uniquely decorated trio diving deep into what makes for great teams across sports and business in their new show, Glue Guys. Every Thursday, these three close friends will talk about business, teamwork, leadership, resilience, sports, and life through their unique perspectives. They reveal insights and stories about their collegiate and professional lives and dive into their passion projects and off-field interests alongside special guests.

Welcome to Glue Guys!

Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta are&nbsp;coming together to cut across the worlds of sports and business and dissect the subtle art of making others better. Glue Guys explores the qualities that make individuals become better leaders, teammates, and humans alongside a trio with those same ambitions. In each episode, you’ll hear candid conversations on themes and life lessons drawn from their own high-stakes experiences. From strategies for effective teamwork to personal stories of success, the podcast covers a broad range of topics relevant to anyone looking to make an impact in their respective fields.

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Alex Smith, Shane Battier, and Ravi Gupta are coming together to cut across the worlds of sports and business and dissect the subtle art of making others better. Glue Guys explores the qualities that make individuals become better leaders, teammates, and humans alongside a trio with those same ambitions. In each episode, you’ll hear candid conversations on themes and life lessons drawn from their own high-stakes experiences. From strategies for effective teamwork to personal stories of success, the podcast covers a broad range of topics relevant to anyone looking to make an impact in their respective fields.

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