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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 39 MIN

Why Greatness Starts With Surrender - Joe Mazzulla, Boston Celtics Head Coach

from No Show Dogs: Powered by ReliaQuest · host Derin McMains

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla shares a leadership philosophy every business leader needs to hear. From taking over the Celtics just days before training camp to leading the team to an NBA championship, Mazzulla explains why greatness begins with surrender: accepting that failure is possible, refusing to tie your identity to outcomes, and staying grounded in purpose. This isn't really an episode about basketball. It's about what it actually costs - emotionally, psychologically, spiritually - to chase something great.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental Performance Derin McMains, you'll also hear Joe discuss:How he defines mental toughness that goes against conventional thinkingTrust is built in daily interactions, not in once-a-week meetingsThe job of a great leader is to one day be forgottenReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comFollow "No Show Dogs" on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

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Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla shares a leadership philosophy every business leader needs to hear. From taking over the Celtics just days before training camp to leading the team to an NBA championship, Mazzulla explains why greatness begins with surrender: accepting that failure is possible, refusing to tie your identity to outcomes, and staying grounded in purpose. This isn't really an episode about basketball. It's about what it actually costs - emotionally, psychologically, spirit...

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