26 and 2: Lessons in Resilience from Jalen Hurts' Benching in the National Championship
October 19, 2023
Welcome back to The Winning Playbook! In today's episode, titled "26 and 2: A Story of How to Be Resilient," host Eric Stavola dives into the remarkable journey of Jalen Hurts, former quarterback for Alabama's national championship team. Imagine being 26 and two, having achieved so much success, only to be benched in a crucial game. Eric explores how Jalen Hurts responded to this adversity with maturity and resilience, offering us valuable lessons. In this episode, Eric emphasizes the importance of knowing who you are and understanding your legacy before overcoming any challenge. He also highlights the relevance of this story to businesses today as they strive to stay resilient and sustain success. Plus, Eric discusses the significance of investing in personal and professional development to maintain a lasting legacy in private and organizational contexts. Get inspired and motivated as we learn from Jalen Hurts and discover the power of resilience. Let's dive in!
Primary Topic: Jalen Hurts' Story of Resilience
- Jalen Hurts being benched in the national championship game.
- Hurts' response to adversity and not transferring.
- Hurts' mindset of "win or learn" and understanding his legacy.
- The importance of knowing who you are and aligning your values with your actions.
- Hurts' ability to deliver and find closure a year later.
Primary Topic: Personal and Business Resilience
- The importance of resilience and sustainability in business.
- Developing and investing in people as the number one way to maintain resilience.
- Misalignment of values and behaviors in individuals and organizations.
- Defining personal legacy and core values.
- Investing in personal growth and development.
- Adapting and staying relevant in business.
- The importance of closure and mindset in maintaining resilience.
Primary Topic: Business Development and Resilience
- Technical debt and the need to upgrade systems and skills.
- The exposure of lack of skills post-COVID.
- Investing in people as a way to avoid developmental debt.
- The value of teaching and training in organizations.
- Coaching as a form of performance improvement and resilience-building.
Overall Theme: The importance of resilience, personal growth, and developing people in both personal and business contexts.