The #1 Leadership Mistake That’s Quietly Killing Your Team— With Ross Bernstein

The #1 Leadership Mistake That’s Quietly Killing Your Team— With Ross Bernstein

Author: Jim Harshaw, Jr. July 20, 2025 Duration: 36:25

#509 The #1 Leadership Mistake That’s Quietly Killing Your Team— With Ross Bernstein

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Ross Bernstein has been in more championship locker rooms than most coaches— what he found in them might change the way you lead.


You’ve heard of speaking on stages... but what about a keynote on a research vessel off the coast of Antarctica? 


That’s just one of the wild stories Ross Bernstein brings to this episode— but the real gold lies in his hard-earned insights on championship team culture, elite leadership, and the line between gamesmanship and integrity.


Ross has interviewed over 1,000 pro athletes, written 50+ books, and keynoted on seven continents. But what matters most? What he’s learned about the DNA of winning teams, and how that applies to your boardroom, locker room, or even your very own living room.


In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, we talk about what great leaders actually do, why culture isn’t fluff, and how to build your own Environment of Excellence. 


After listening to this, you’ll walk away challenged, maybe a little uncomfortable— and that’s a good thing.


If you’re a leader at work, at home, or in your community, this conversation will challenge the way you think about winning. Because it’s not about being the best guy in the room, it’s about being the one they’ll follow when everything’s on the line. 


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If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  


There's a particular drive that comes from a background in sports, a mindset forged in competition and discipline that doesn't just switch off when you leave the field. Success for the Athletic-Minded Man taps directly into that energy, translating the core principles of athletic performance into tools for everyday life. Host Jim Harshaw, Jr. understands that the same clarity needed to execute a game plan, the focus required in a critical moment, and the consistency of daily practice are the exact traits that define winning in business, relationships, and personal health. This isn't about finding more hours in the day; it's about applying a strategic, trained approach to all of it. Each episode feels like a conversation with a coach who's been in your shoes, addressing the real tension between ambitious career goals, being a present father and partner, and maintaining physical fitness without letting any single priority suffer. You'll hear practical discussions on management, self-improvement, and the mental frameworks that help you stop shortchanging the areas that matter most. The podcast moves beyond theory, offering actionable insights for men who aim to build a life of sustained achievement, where success is measured across the board, not just on a scoreboard.
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