Alan Stein Jr: Lessons from the NBA's Best and a "Next Play" Mentality

Greg Inglin
Jan 6
2 min read

Alan Stein Jr. spent 15 years working with some of the NBA's best athletes and he's taken those lessons into the next phase of his life. In this conversation, Alan discusses the power of mindset and the journey of self-improvement which are highlighted in his most recent book, "Next Play".

Alan shares insights on how to overcome fear, the importance of self-compassion, and practical steps for living intentionally.

Alan also reflects on the human side of athletes and the commonalities between performance in sports and business.

Guest Resources:

website: https://alansteinjr.com

Alan on IG: @alansteinjr

About My Guest: Alan Stein Jr. is an internationally renowned corporate keynote speaker and performance coach who spent more than fifteen years working with some of the highest-performing athletes on the planet, including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, and Kobe Bryant. He delivers a powerful, high-energy message from stage, and his client list includes many of the most recognized brands in the world, such as Pepsi, Charles Schwab, American Express, Spotify, and Starbucks. A masterful storyteller, he reveals how the same strategies that elite athletes use to perform at a world-class level will help organizations improve performance, productivity, cohesion, accountability, and culture. He is the proud father of twin sons (Luke and Jack) and a daughter (Lyla), has written two previous books ( Raise Your Game and Sustain Your Game ), and lives just outside of Washington, DC.

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Want to skip to the good part? Here’s this episode’s segments:

00:00 New Year, New Mindset

14:10 Emotional Resilience and Growth

24:33 Lessons from the Court: Insights from NBA Greats

30:36 Always Becoming: The Journey of Self-Improvement

31:18 Overcoming Negative Self-Talk

34:22 Compassionate Self-Talk: Treating Yourself Like a Loved One

36:39 Mindset: The Power of Choice

40:56 Next Play: Embracing the Present Moment

45:24 Facing Fears: The Importance of Being Present