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EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 1H 2M

Tom Sawyer: The Playbook for Building Successful Teams On and Off the Field

from How Life Shapes Us · host Tesla Mitchell

Tom Sawyer, a renowned retired football coach from Winona State University, shares insights he's learned from 25 years as head coach, including how to build a strong team, the value of creating a goal-oriented culture, and strategies to handle both success and failure. Tom emphasizes the importance of giving team members ownership, fostering trust, and maintaining high standards. He also touches on how those principles can apply to other areas of life and work. Tom’s dedication to nurturing leadership and accountability in his team shines through, offering valuable advice for building successful teams both on and off the field.

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