June 18, 2018
WYC 151 – The Circle of Intentional Influence – James Leath
James is the Founder of Unleash the Athlete and former Head of Leadership and Character Development at IMG Academy. He helps college, professional athletes, and business professionals develop the mental and relational side of their craft through interactive lectures and teambuilding activities. James is also the director of performance for Complexity, the esports organization owned by the Dallas Cowboys.
Instagram: jamesleath
twitter: @jamesleath
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Don’t sell yourself short
- James was going to apply for an internship at IMG, his mentor told him to go for the full-time job
- Do you ever sell yourself short, thinking you’re unqualified?
I’ve arrived – the destination of a championship
- ‘I wished I would’ve enjoyed the journey more’
- ‘Who am I now? I’ve always been the person going after this’
The Circle of Intentional Influence
- Influence -> Relationship
- Relationship -> Trust
- Trust -> Authenticity
- Authenticity -> Ownership
- Ownership -> Credibility
- Credibility -> Influence
How to Communicate Effectively
- Take your sunglasses off
- Take a knee
- Take note of what’s behind you (the sun, the cheerleaders)
- Take 2 minutes or less
Unleash the Athlete
- Online curriculums for coaches
- Mental toughness, teambuilding activities, and much more
- Website: utathlete.com or jamesleath.com
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