Podcast appearances and mentions of Danny Ainge

Hour 1 Starting Lineup: Walker Kessler undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge weekly interview | Addresses Walker Kessler news What you may have missed Cougar Preview Show Hour 1 First college football playoff rankings were released BYU sideline reporter Mitch Juergens Texas Tech is really good at forcing fumbles Hour 2 Texas Tech sideline reporter Chris Level Bear Bachmeier knows importance of protecting football Final thoughts  

De verdad que intentamos no hablar de cierto equipo en cada programa, pero qué le vamos a hacer. Una vez más, nos toca desgranar la situación de Utah Jazz. La lesión de Walker los lleva a un rompecabezas difícil de resolver y la gerencia de Danny Ainge debe decidir qué rumbo elegir esta temporada. Podrían tomar como referencia a los jóvenes y tiernos Spurs, o a unos renovados y valientes Lakers que, pese a las múltiples bajas, amplían su racha a cinco victorias consecutivas tras superar a San Antonio y anular a Victor Wembanyama con Deandre Ayton y compañía. Parece que apostar por Luka Doncic no es mala idea. Quizá en Dallas sigan dándole vueltas pese a dar terrible vergüenza semana sí, semana también. Algo sabrían en Golden State Warriors cuando se deshicieron de un Klay Thompson que empieza a parecer un exjugador sobre la pista de los Mavericks. La D’Angelo Russell Experience causa furor y el encaje de Cooper Flagg es una incógnita.https://linktr.ee/MinimoDeVeterano: https://linktr.ee/MinimoDeVeterano

Starting Lineup: Walker Kessler undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge weekly interview | Addresses Walker Kessler news What you may have missed

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge

Hour 1 Utah Mammoth extend Logan Cooley | Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge What you may have missed Cougar Preview Show: Hour 1 Recapped comeback win over Iowa State. LJ Martin status | bye week comes at a good time for BYU misc Hour 2 BYU insider Mitch Harper Cougars getting healthy Final thoughts

Utah Mammoth extend Logan Cooley | Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge What you may have missed

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge

Starting Lineup:  Utah Mammoth stay hot against Colorado Avalanche Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge

Hour 1 Starting Lineup:  Utah Mammoth stay hot against Colorado Avalanche Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge Cougar Preview Show Hour 1 BYU offensive and defensive standouts Iowa State beat writer Eugene Rapay more on BYU @ ISU Hour 2 BYU PxP Greg Wrubell Bear Bachmeier has made DC's look foolish final thoughts

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge

Former Utah DB Eric Weddle Utah Jazz basketball CEO Danny Ainge Mammoth home opener

Hour 1 Former Utah DB Eric Weddle Utah Jazz basketball CEO Danny Ainge Mammoth home opener Cougar Preview Show Hour 1 Former BYU QB Max Hall BYU fan arrested for making online threats Players need to be smart Hour 2 Which team has the most weapons on offense? BYU sideline reporter Mitch Juergens

Cuadragésimo segundo episodio dedicado a la temporada 1985-86 de la NBA. Continuamos el repaso de los playoffs con la final de la Conferencia Este disputada entre los Boston Celtics y los Milwaukee Bucks. Comparamos a los equipos, jugadores y entrenadores; revisamos uno a uno los partidos, además de sacar conclusiones de la eliminatoria. Hablamos asimismo sobre el mejor jugador del planeta (Larry Bird), el mejor escudero de la liga (Kevin McHale), el pundonor y coraje de Sidney Moncrief, el acierto de Danny Ainge, la seriedad de Robert Parish, la defensa de Dennis Johnson, el rendimiento de Terry Cummings y Paul Pressey, la aportación desde el banquillo de Bill Walton, el estilismo de Don Nelson, así como de otros aspectos del enfrentamiento. Análisis de la fase regular 1985-86 de: - Celtics: https://go.ivoox.com/rf/136235718 - Bucks: https://go.ivoox.com/rf/135853332 ------ Contacto y redes: - iVoox (Era baloncesto): https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-era-baloncesto_sq_f1687000_1.html - XLS con todos los audios: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k9YiJkMkIMwONwX1onZZTBHBffYVtnlgT2oBebypG0A - Twitter: @erabaloncesto - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@erabaloncesto - Blog: https://erabaloncesto.home.blog - erabaloncesto@gmail.com ------ Sintonía: - Cornflowers (Dee Yan-Key): freemusicarchive.org/music/Dee_Yan-Key/Vacation_Days/01-Dee_Yan-Key-Cornflowers ------ Creado y presentado por José Manuel Gómez y Manuel Álvarez López. Publicado el 14 de octubre de 2025.

Hour 1 Jazz Preseason begins tonight Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge USU Basketball Head Coach Jerrod Calhoun previews upcoming scrimmage ahead of season.  Cougar Preview Show Hour 1 Noah Fifita and Arizona offense look much improved Arizona beat writer Michael Lev BYU needs a win against Arizona Hour 2 BYU's prep for Noah Fifita similar to Devon Dampier prep Arizona DC Danny Gonzales will be aggressive Vs BYU offense Final thoughts

Jazz Preseason begins tonight Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge USU Basketball Head Coach Jerrod Calhoun previews upcoming scrimmage ahead of season. 

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge

The entirety of DJ & PK for October 6, 2025: HOUR ONE Pablo Mastroeni, Real Salt Lake Coach Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO Kalani Sitake, Chase Roberts and Parker Kingston, BYU Football HOUR TWO What is Trending: NFL, BYU, CFB, MLB, Utah Mammoth Hot Takes or Toast: Concerns for BYU at 5-0? Could "Grizzly Bear" Bachmeier lift BYU? HOUR THREE Utah facing a must-win scenario Saturday night? Bronco Mendenhall, Utah State Football Coach Yawk wins leg one of the NFL Locks! HOUR FOUR Shehan Jeyarajah, CBS Sports Slacker Radio Headlines: Paul Finebaum vs. ESPN, NFL, CFB Feedback of the Day: Concerns for BYU despite 5-0 start?

Hour one of DJ & PK for October 6, 2025: Pablo Mastroeni, Real Salt Lake Coach Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO Kalani Sitake, Chase Roberts and Parker Kingston, BYU Football

The entirety of DJ & PK for September 29, 2025: HOUR ONE Pablo Mastroeni, Real Salt Lake Utah State and Utah Football Postgame Press Conferences BYU Cougars Postgame Press Conferences HOUR TWO What is Trending and Austin Ainge, Utah Jazz President of Basketball Operations Utah Jazz Media Day HOUR THREE Ryan Smith and Austin Ainge at Utah Jazz Media Day Bronco Mendenhall, Utah State Football Ryan Smith, Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth Owner HOUR FOUR Kevin Love and Kyle Anderson, Utah Jazz Utah Jazz Media Day Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO

Hour four of DJ & PK for September 29, 2025: Kevin Love and Kyle Anderson, Utah Jazz Utah Jazz Media Day Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge sat down with DJ & PK at Utah Jazz Media Day to talk about the franchise and how his role has changed with Austin Ainge joining the front office to lead things as president of basketball operations.

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge sat down with DJ & PK at Utah Jazz Media Day to talk about the franchise and how his role has changed with Austin Ainge joining the front office to lead things as president of basketball operations.

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker Aggie Madness and the USU men's basketball exhibition, a way to raise money for retention and recruiting. Jon Rothstein highlights Utah State men's basketball with a predicted starting line up and who has made the biggest off-season improvement. USU and other teams from Utah will play in Delta Center on the same night. Utah Jazz and Walker Kessler reportedly can't agree on rookie contract extension. Pick 6

In this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade, Dorell Wright, Bob, and Chris Johnson chop it up about summer resets, draft picks, and shifting power in the league. They start with how they’re spending the offseason—family, gym time, golf, audiobooks, and beard transformations—highlighting how rest fuels longevity. Then it’s draft talk: Ace Bailey’s star potential in Utah, Dylan Harper’s fit with the Spurs, and Hansen’s breakout in summer league. They spotlight Carter Bryant’s defensive edge and mental toughness, plus why Bronny James deserves time to grow. On the business side, they break down the “second apron” rule, how it’s changing free agency, and moves like JC to New York and Norman Powell to Miami. They also show love to Angel Reese and Coach Natalie, already shifting the culture in the WNBA. Quick takes, deep insights—this one’s all about growth on and off the court. Music Credit: Khari Mateen What We Discussed: 00:00 Introduction 01:40 Hair Cuts In Summertime 07:07 July 4th Recap 10:58 NBA Draft Picks 14:02 Danny Ainge & The Utah Jazz 20:54 SPURS Building Their Roster 23:42 Advice For First Years 25:42 Bronny's Performance 26:55 Summer League Story 35:20 How Dwade Met Norman Powell At Cannes 40:27 Stretching Contracts In NBA 45:12 NBA Draft Predictions 53:06 Angel Reese Keeps Winning 55:47 Natalie Nasake Is A Great Coach! 58:06 Dwade & Dwright Encounters With Peter Guber 01:00:06 The Fellas Timeout Process See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott and Crew talk about the sale of the Lakers, are today's players selfish, Deion Sanders, My Town and More. #lebronjames #lalakers #jerrybuss #nba #markwalter #magicjohnson #bostonceltics #covid19 #bobcousy #larrybird #acebailey #johnstockton #kobebryant #shaigilgeousalexander #chetholmgren #netherlands #penny #ustreasury #okcthunder #troypercival #mikemaroth #tropicanafield #billwalton #kevindurant #sampristi #markeaton #nickel #deionsanders #bojackson #kirkgibson #johnelway #michaelvick #alleniverson #brianjordan #davewinfield #dannyainge #jimthorpe #timtebow #davedebussucre #michaeljordan #giannisantetokounmpo #milwaukeebrewers #ladodgers #beckyhammon #dawnstaley #nancyleiberman #greggpopovich #detroitshock #rickcarlisle #brucearians #tiktok #youtube #subscribe

Mike Harmon and Arnie Spanier (in for Jason Smith) open hour 3 with a discussion on the Utah Jazz selecting Ace Bailey in the top 5 of the NBA draft despite the 18-year-old not wanting to be drafted there. Was it ultimately the right call by Danny Ainge? Then, they get into the new Lakers ownership structure with Jeanie Buss still set to remain in charge for the foreseeable future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller opens hour 2 of the show reacting to the Utah Jazz drafting Ace Bailey with the No. 5 pick in the NBA draft despite Bailey openly trying to avoid going there. What message did Danny Ainge send by drafting him anyway? Then, Ben poses the question: now that the first round of the NBA draft is in the books, what are the odds we see the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown in the coming days/weeks? Plus, more fun with brand new editions of 'Insta-Trivia' and 'Maller to the 3rd Degree'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller opens this 'Best of' edition of the show discussing the Mavericks taking Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft! How excited should Flagg be with his landing spot? How good will he be? He also reacts to a questionable pro comparison Kendrick Perkins gave for the young star. Later, Ben gets into the Utah Jazz drafting Ace Bailey with the No. 5 pick in the NBA draft despite Bailey openly trying to avoid going there. What message did Danny Ainge send by drafting him anyway? Then, Ben poses the question: now that the first round of the NBA draft is in the books, what are the odds we see the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown in the coming days/weeks? Plus, more fun with brand new editions of 'Insta-Trivia', 'Maller to the 3rd Degree' and 'Ask Ben'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a move very few draft pundits saw coming, the Celtics snapped up highly-regarded Spanish teenager Hugo Gonzalez. Cap and Guillermo discuss the pick, and what it could foreshadow for the coming season. Plus, Danny Ainge wins another draft, this time for the Jazz.#DifferentHere #NBADraft2025 #Celtics #JaysonTatum #BradStevens #MikeZarren #AnferneeSimons #JaylenBrown #PaytonPritchard #DerrickWhite

0:00 ... Show open ... Bruce Bernstein introduces co-host Michael "World B" Freer and our special guest Dave Wohl, the former player, coach, and general manager. 0:56 ... Dave reflects on the just concluded NBA Finals series between the OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers.  Dave felt that these two teams may meet again in the Finals at some point. 2:06 ... World B points out that OKC may not even have shown the best version of what they can still become as a team.  Dave praises OKC GM Sam Presti for the way he built the Thunder into a championship squad. 4:36 ... Bruce points out that NBA players voted Tyrese Haliburton the "most overrated" player in the league and silly they look now.  Dave explains how Haliburton's growth whas been so much fun to watch. 5:59 ... World B asks about whether the league has to address the length of the season given the number of high profile injuries.  Dave explains why that may not be feasible but suggests a lengthy break midway through the season so players can mentally and physically recharge. 8:40 ... Bruce points out the uniform numbers of the three players who suffered the achilles were all "0."  Dave points out how achilles injuries can be so random. 9:53 ... Shai Gilgeous Alexander was originally drafted by the Clippers and traded to OKC in Sam Presti's greatest move.  Dave goes through some of Presti's moves while also defending the trade with LA due to the wishes of owner Steve Ballmer. 12:45 ... Bruce transitions to the Kevin Durant trade where he went from the Suns to the Rockets and asks Dave if this closes the gap between the Rockets and the Thunder.  Dave likes the deal for Houston but thinks they may miss Dillon Brooks and his defense. 14:59 ... Did the Rockets simply give up on Jalen Green?  Dave feels Durant gets them closer to a title more quickly than Green ever could. 17:17 ... How does this deal affect the future of the Phoenix Suns franchise given their bad salary situation? 19:10 ... The New York Knicks' pursuit of the coaches from five other teams has affected their relationships with a lot of teams.  How much damage was done?   The Knicks didn't have a plan and now whomever they sign will be their 6th or 7th choice. 21:50 ... In spite of the Knicks mis-steps, they're still a premier eastern conference team, so is it better for the NBA to have a lot of teams that COULD win as opposed to fewer elite teams like OKC that could be a future dynasty? 24:06 ... Bruce asks Dave about Tom Thibodeau's decision to bring Josh Hart off the bench and whether the fact that Hart suggested the change might have caused Knicks management to question Thibs' leadership. 27:25 ... The Lakers will be sold for $10 billion and as a former member of the Lakers organization, Dave has some thoughts on how the "Mom and Pop" nature of the team might change under a more corporate ownership.  Jeanie Buss will still represent the team as their "Governor," but her input on basketball decisions might be affected. 29:54 ... How will the price tag for the Lakers affect the entry fees for the next NBA expansion teams, which are expected to be Seattle and Las Vegas? 32:08 ... Dave sounds off on what expansion teams are like to work for since he worked for the Miami Heat when they were an expansion team.  He feels that expansion teams start with a clean slate and can build their own unique culture.  Dave hired Erik Spoelstra as video coordinator and explains why Spo' appealed to him as a young potential hire. 34:27 ... The NBA Draft is on Wednesday night and we discuss five "bottom feeder" teams and what their goals should be in the draft.  Danny Ainge and the Utah Jazz are first. 35:51 ... The Washington Wizards are next ... members of their management all worked in OKC and Dave feels they'll follow Sam Presti's model. 37:08 ... Washington is a major market while Oklahoma City is not.  Does that affect the Wizards' ability to use the OKC model, which requires patience. 39:04 ... The Charlotte Hornets are picking at #4 ... and have missed the playoffs the last 9 years ... they have some talent on the roster so they'll probably draft for a position. 40:32 ... New Orleans picks at #7 but Zion Williamson's lack of reliability really hurts this franchise and also negatively affects his trade value. 42:20 ... Philadelphia is a "bottom feeder" in name only as they were devastated by injuries last season.  Can they use the #3 pick wisely and get healthy in time for next season?  Will they have to use the trade market more than the draft in order to improve? 44:02 ... Philly's Joel Embiid was one of several Olympians who were injured this season but Dave feels that their injuries were not the result of their Olympic obligations.  Dave explains how players who work hard all summer can wear their bodies out even though they're not playing in games. 46:41 ... Bruce asks everyone for their overall thoughts on the season that just concluded.  Dave felt it was a "season of change." 47:52 ... World B feels like OKC is built for a run that could result in multiple titles. 49:30 ... Bruce wants to give Pacers coach Rick Carlisle his flowers for a sensational coaching job this season and how he will end up in Springfield one day. 50:22 ... Bruce wraps it up ... thanks everyone ... teases the NBA Draft and next week's show ... TRT 51:23            

JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry on June 5, 2025. Danny Ainge comments with DJ & PK Panthers-Oilers Game 1 Delivered and lived up to the hype Would You Rather? Kevin Young reportedly signs a new long term extension with BYU Basketball The impact Kevin Young has had on college basketball in the state of Utah The Top 10 Game: Highest Point Performance in an NBA Finals Tim LaComb, Pre Half and Post for the Utah Jazz Mitch Harper, BYU Cougars insider for KSL Sports Best and Worst of the Day

Hour one of DJ & PK for June 6, 2025: Steve Ellis, The Daily Faceoff Tim Fitzgerald, Go Powercat and 24/7 Sports Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO

The entirety of DJ & PK for June 6, 2025: HOUR ONE Steve Ellis, The Daily Faceoff Tim Fitzgerald, Go Powercat and 24/7 Sports Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO HOUR TWO What is Trending Hot Takes or Toast What will Aaron Rodgers do in Pittsburgh? HOUR THREE David Locke, SEG Media Jason Kreis, Real Salt Lake Indiana Pacers take Game 1 of NBA Finals HOUR FOUR Travis Hansen, Former BYU Basketball Star Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Starting Lineup: Danny Ainge comments on his role with the Utah Jazz with the addition of Austin Ainge Edmonton Oilers take game 1 in OT against Panthers | Utah Mammoth free agency wish list from Stanley Cup Finals What You May Have Missed: NBA commissioner Adam Silver on comparing Finals to Super Bowl

Hour 1 Starting Lineup: Danny Ainge comments on his role with the Utah Jazz with the addition of Austin Ainge Edmonton Oilers take game 1 in OT against Panthers | Utah Mammoth free agency wish list from Stanley Cup Finals What You May Have Missed: NBA commissioner Adam Silver on comparing Finals to Super Bowl Hour 2 NBC Sports NBA insider Kurt Helin Good, Bad & Ugly Whole World News Hour 3 Utah Jazz & Mammoth owner Ryan Smith Sports Roulette Final thoughts

Hour 1 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry. Danny Ainge comments with DJ & PK Panthers-Oilers Game 1 Delivered and lived up to the hype Would You Rather?

Hour 1 of Jake & Ben on June 5, 2025 Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge joined DJ & PK this morning and mentioned that next season will be more fun for the Utah Jazz. What does that mean? Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals begin tonight, Danny Ainge describes what went wrong with "Big Game Hunting," Edmonton Oilers take Game 1 of Stanley Cup Finals in overtime.  Who won our What You Got Wednesday Draft?

Jake & Ben's Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals begin tonight, Danny Ainge talks missing out on "Big Game Hunting,"  Oilers take Game 1 in Overtime

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on June 5, 2025 Hear from Eddie White, Host of Pacers Overtime, who joined the show to preview Pacers vs Thunder in the NBA Finals.  Austin Ainge is in as the President of Basketball Operations, which presumably means Danny Ainge will take a step back. Is that bad news? Former NBA Player Jeff Teague mentioned on his podcast that Tom Thibodeau didn't actually coach his players.   

Jake & Ben Full Show from June 5, 2025 Hour 1 Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge joined DJ & PK this morning and mentioned that next season will be more fun for the Utah Jazz. What does that mean? Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals begin tonight, Danny Ainge describes what went wrong with "Big Game Hunting," Edmonton Oilers take Game 1 of Stanley Cup Finals in overtime.  Who won our What You Got Wednesday Draft? Hour 2 Hear from Eddie White, Host of Pacers Overtime, who joined the show to preview Pacers vs Thunder in the NBA Finals.  Austin Ainge is in as the President of Basketball Operations, which presumably means Danny Ainge will take a step back. Is that bad news? Former NBA Player Jeff Teague mentioned on his podcast that Tom Thibodeau didn't actually coach his players.   

Hour two of DJ & PK for June 5, 2025: What is Trending Steven Ellis, The Daily Faceoff What do you want to hear from Danny Ainge?

Hour four of DJ & PK for June 5, 2025: Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

The entirety of DJ & PK for June 5, 2025: HOUR ONE Recapping the night in sports Justin Spears, Arizona Daily Star Brian Geltzeiler, SiriusXM NBA Radio HOUR TWO What is Trending Steven Ellis, The Daily Faceoff What do you want to hear from Danny Ainge? HOUR THREE Hot Takes or Toast Who should BYU play san Jake Retzlaff? Utah Jazz-San Antonio Spurs trade scenario HOUR FOUR Danny Ainge, Utah Jazz CEO Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Spotrac's Keith Smith joined the show to talk about the Utah Jazz hiring Austin Ainge as President of Basketball Operations. How qualified is the son of Danny Ainge? 

Jake & Ben Full Show from June 2, 2025 Hour 1 The Utah Jazz are hiring Austin Ainge from the Celtics to the President of Basketball Operations.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals are set, more on Danny Ainge's son Austin joining the Jazz as President of Basketball Operations, Johnnie Bryant is a finalist for Suns Head Coaching Job.  Do the Indiana Pacers stand a chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder? Hour 2 Spotrac's Keith Smith joined the show to talk about the Utah Jazz hiring Austin Ainge as President of Basketball Operations. How qualified is the son of Danny Ainge?  The Knicks took a big swing on Karl-Anthony Towns, and it didn't work out.  Analytics have become so overrated. 

Hour 1 of Jake & Ben on June 2, 2025 The Utah Jazz are hiring Austin Ainge from the Celtics to the President of Basketball Operations.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals are set, more on Danny Ainge's son Austin joining the Jazz as President of Basketball Operations, Johnnie Bryant is a finalist for Suns Head Coaching Job.  Do the Indiana Pacers stand a chance against the Oklahoma City Thunder?

LB is short for "Lil Bro." Michael Loomis is my 3rd guest from the Man Overseas Retreat in Costa Rica. Michael & I have logged hundreds of hours on the phone, and I couldn't wait to finally meet him. Plus, he reminds me a lot of a younger Man, hence the nickname—except he's a lot taller and a little better-lookin'.In this episode, we talk about his journey from Portland to Nashville, his faith that's shaped who he is today. Then we go even deeper—he opens up about what it was like growing up with a mother who struggled with alcoholism & mental health issues, how that's affected his view of love, reckoning with abandonment issues, and what forgiveness really looks like.As a former collegiate basketball All-American, LB has strong opinions on the GOAT debate. He tells a story about sitting next to Danny Ainge at the SEC tournament a few months ago—if you love the NBA, you'll appreciate this one. From Kobe's mindset to Michael Jordan to Anthony Edwards' rise, this episode has plenty for hoops-junkies.

NBC Sports NBA insider Kurt Helin

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire 1 person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world have the hustle and grit to deliver. Go to www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader Rich Gotham is the President of the Boston Celtics. He is responsible for all aspects of the Celtics' business operations. In addition, he works closely with Celtics ownership, basketball operations staff, and the NBA on basketball-related matters, as well as team and league initiatives. He succeeds “Red” Auerbach as Celtics team President and serves on the NBA Board of Governors. Since joining the Celtics in 2003, he's helped grow team revenues by over 300%, and they've won two NBA championships. Notes: Must-haves when making hiring decisions for a leadership role: Work ethic, self-awareness, a catalyst for positive energy, purpose-driven, and care ("give a shit"). At the time, the Celtics were run like a mom-and-pop shop. Rich was brought in to help them run like a professional business. Rich was recruited to the Celtics by new owner (at the time), Wyc Grousbeck. 3 different people told Wyc that he should talk to Rich. – Add value. Leave people better than you found them. They will refer you to others for big jobs without you even knowing it. Celtic pride - grew up there, made you proud to be from Boston. "Different here." 18-time champs. Pressure from fans to win: It beats indifference. Making bets on potential - Hiring Brad Stevens. Danny Ainge did a great job selling it to Brad. Watching Payton Pritchard warm up. He cares. Working with the Bruins and Red Sox leaders – Lower the ego, put yourself in their shoes. Seek first to understand. And find a way to get it done. Rich went outside of the office to meet regularly with a leader of the Boston Bruins to get their lease squared away. That had been an issue for decades, and he helped get it figured out so both sides could win. Advice - You have to have self-belief, believe in your ability. Don't let that get chipped away. Why should they pick you? Be vulnerable. Leave others better than you found them.