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EPISODE · Nov 5, 2025 · 47 MIN

Winning Culture with Coach K: Leadership Lessons on Building Teams and Champions

from Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact

Join us for an inspiring episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, featuring the legendary Coach Mike Krzyzewski, also known as Coach K. With an illustrious career spanning nearly five decades, Coach K shares insights from his time as the head coach at Duke University and the United States Military Academy. Discover his unparalleled achievements, including five national championships and three Olympic gold medals. Coach K discusses his leadership philosophies, the values instilled at West Point, and the importance of adaptability, character, and preparation in effective leadership. Don't miss this deep dive into the life and career of one of NCAA's most successful coaches.00:00 Introduction to Coach Mike Krzyzewski00:20 Coach K's Legendary Career Highlights03:36 The Importance of Team and Family04:28 West Point and Bobby Knight07:32 Leadership Lessons and Values12:42 The Role of Character in Leadership16:44 Adapting to Change and Continuous Learning23:53 Encouraging Innovation and Risk-Taking25:28 Building a Team of Elite Athletes26:27 Creating a Culture of Ownership29:18 Managing Pressure in High-Stakes Environments31:03 Learning from Wins and Losses36:24 The Importance of Being Coachable38:10 Rapid Fire Questions with Coach KLoved this episode? Remember to rate, review, follow, and share this podcast with others.Resources found in this episode:Learn more:• Website: https://www.westpoint.edu/academicsInterested in Teaching at West Point? Join us: https://bit.ly/TEACHWPBooks Mentioned in the Episode:• Leading with the Heart: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life - by Mike Krzyzewski (Author), Donald T. Phillips (Author), Grant Hill (Contributor)Connect with us:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Dean.USMA • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usmadean • X: https://www.twitter.com/deanusma • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dean.usma • YouTube: https://bit.ly/INSIDEWP-YOUTUBE Credits:• Guest: Mike Krzyzewski: https://coachk.com/ • Host: Brigadier General Shane Reeves: (http://linkedin.com/in/shane-reeves-7950a31b3)• Recording: West Point Public Affairs-Visual Information• Production: Growth Network Podcasts: (https://growthnetworkpodcasts.com)• Publisher: West Point Press (https://westpointpress.com)This episode does not imply Federal endorsement.

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