Lead Like a Champion: Don Yaeger on Translating Sports Greatness into Business Success

Start With A Win

In this captivating episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos invites listeners to explore the profound connection between leadership and the power of sports. Joined by the legendary Don Yaeger, a master storyteller and leadership expert, the discussion delves into how high-performance teamwork in sports can seamlessly translate into the business world. Don, who has worked with iconic figures like Walter Payton and John Wooden, shares insights from his journey and reveals how the best THIS not only captivate but inspire actionable change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to harness the power of narrative to lead with impact and connect on a deeper level.

Don Yaeger is an award-winning keynote speaker, twelve-time New York Times best-selling author, and host of the top-rated Corporate Competitor Podcast. With a career spanning roles as Storyteller in Residence for National Geographic, Executive Leadership Coach, and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don is recognized as one of America’s most provocative thought leaders. Renowned figures like John Maxwell and Simon Sinek have praised him as the best storyteller they've ever worked with, a reputation that has earned him invitations to major talk shows, including Oprah and Good Morning America.

In 2020, Don launched the Corporate Competitor Podcast, which quickly became a top-rated show in America and by 2022, was listed by Spotify in the top five percent of the most followed and shared podcasts worldwide. He has interviewed high-profile guests such as former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and CEOs of major companies like Disney and Delta Airlines. Don resides in Tallahassee, Florida, with his wife, Jeanette, and their two children.

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