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    How to Write a Follow Up Email that Makes an Impression
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    How to Write a Follow Up Email that Makes an Impression

    A thank you template to follow up with meeting professional connections provides a breakdown and explanation of each section to understand how to craft a follow up note to anyone you meet at a networking event or in a professional setting.

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    Jeff Van Gundy on Coaching Unfavorable Power Dynamics
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    Jeff Van Gundy on Coaching Unfavorable Power Dynamics

    I loved hearing Van Gundy's perspective on was managing personalties when the power dynamics are not in a leader's favor, which is especially true in the NBA where coaches manage players who are making many times the salary of any coach.

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    Actor Richard Lewis and The Power of Gratitude
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    Actor Richard Lewis and The Power of Gratitude

    It's a great reminder to be grateful more often for the simple yet amazing things in our lives. It will help us all to be more present, and maybe help some unlock the motivation to keep fighting and living like Richard is.

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    The High-Stakes Environment of an NFL Draft Room
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    The High-Stakes Environment of an NFL Draft Room

    Inside the Arizona Cardinals Draft Room for an excellent portrayal of the high-stakes environment of an NFL war room as Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort pulls off a blockbuster trade as the clock ticks down on Arizona's 1st round selection.

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    Performance Coaching in Professional Esports
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    Performance Coaching in Professional Esports

    This past year I worked with professional esports organization Sentinels as a strategic advisor to ownership and as performance coach to the team and players. This work consisted of advising the organization on team building efforts, meeting 1-on-1 with players and coaches, and daily "mental management" workshops while in-person for team bootcamps.

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    Spoelstra's Winning Habits Elevating the Miami Heat
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    Spoelstra's Winning Habits Elevating the Miami Heat

    The winning habits have set Erik Spoelstra apart as one of the best coaches in the NBA. He is a demanding coach, but he is also a fair coach and he is someone that players respect and want to play for, and that any leader can learn from.

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    How Happiness Turned Around the Texas Rangers
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    How Happiness Turned Around the Texas Rangers

    When players are happy and motivated, they are more likely to perform at their best. The Rangers have created a positive environment where players feel supported and encouraged, and this has been a major factor in their success.

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    If You Meet with Ownership - DON'T DO THIS!
    Evan Burk Evan Burk

    If You Meet with Ownership - DON'T DO THIS!

    this example serves as a good lesson for any leader or coach: Don't be like Ron Hextall. If you meet with ownership, treat them with respect, show up prepared, and let your attention to detail highlight how you lead and manage people.

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