Winning by Treating People Right with Gene Keady, Former Purdue University Basketball Coach
“If you're honest with people, they can trust you.”
Purdue University’s all-time winningest coach Gene Keady never over-complicates his leadership philosophy. He sticks to the basics—be honest, treat people right, and work hard. This is the first of our two-part March Madness miniseries on Be Worth* Following, and in this episode Coach Keady shares why the work that’s done on the court is more than just about a game, it’s about life. As you listen, you’ll learn what traits inspire others to follow you, whether you’re in a boardroom or a locker room.
Show Notes
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In this episode you’ll learn:
If you’re honest with people, they can trust you and you can’t be successful without trust.
Work hard and treat people right, it’s simple.
The goal should always be to play the game the right way.
Things to listen for:
[02:08] Leaders who influenced Coach Keady
[04:14] Who taught Coach Keady how to run a program
[05:34] Trying your best
[06:06] “Check your hole card”
[07:36] A leader’s responsibility to teach
[09:45] Helping those you lead reach new heights
[11:48] Taking ownership of mistakes
[14:52] “If you’re honest with people, they can trust you.”
[16:49] Life is bigger than basketball
[18:01] Stand-out moments from Coach Keady’s career
[19:29] Leading with humility
[22:52] Playing the game the right way
[24:51] Tim’s Take