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Episode Synopsis
Sean Banks Leads with Empower
Sean is the General Manager of the DC Breeze, a professional ultimate frisbee team from the American Ultimate Disc League (AUDL). Sean's journey, from being a music education major in college to his current role as the GM of the DC Breeze, is inspiring and empowering! Sean shares his thoughts on professional ultimate frisbee, leadership in sport (and beyond), and the importance of persistence!
00:33: Introducing General Manager of the DC Breeze, Sean Banks!
16:57: Sean's Leadership in Action
46:30: From Music Education Manager to General Manager of a Professional Sports Team - Sean's Leadership Journey
01:04:28: Finish the Drill and Episode Closure
Tremendous leadership insight from Sean during our conversation, including discussions about:
The importance of saying "thank you" in leadership
Leading himself (and others!) through the "600-day off-season"
The impact team culture has on performance
"Be grateful, let them know how much you appreciate them - it goes a long way. When people feel valued, they are willing to do more to advocate for you".
Learn more about Sean and the DC Breeze:
Learn more about the DC Breeze and the AUDL
Follow the DC Breeze on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Musical Credit to Matt Jaskot
Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co
Sean is the General Manager of the DC Breeze, a professional ultimate frisbee team from the American Ultimate Disc League (AUDL). Sean's journey, from being a music education major in college to his current role as the GM of the DC Breeze, is inspiring and empowering! Sean shares his thoughts on professional ultimate frisbee, leadership in sport (and beyond), and the importance of persistence!
00:33: Introducing General Manager of the DC Breeze, Sean Banks!
16:57: Sean's Leadership in Action
46:30: From Music Education Manager to General Manager of a Professional Sports Team - Sean's Leadership Journey
01:04:28: Finish the Drill and Episode Closure
Tremendous leadership insight from Sean during our conversation, including discussions about:
The importance of saying "thank you" in leadership
Leading himself (and others!) through the "600-day off-season"
The impact team culture has on performance
"Be grateful, let them know how much you appreciate them - it goes a long way. When people feel valued, they are willing to do more to advocate for you".
Learn more about Sean and the DC Breeze:
Learn more about the DC Breeze and the AUDL
Follow the DC Breeze on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Musical Credit to Matt Jaskot
Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co
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