Decision-Making with Paul Epstein

The Head-Heart Equation for Decision-Making in Life and Business with Paul Epstein

Paul Epstein, the author of the bestseller "Better Decisions Faster," is an expert in leadership and organizational culture. He has almost fifteen years of experience as a professional sports executive for multiple NFL and NBA teams. In this episode, Paul joins Rosie Ward to reveal a groundbreaking formula for improved decision-making. He discusses how combining the heart's passion with the mind's logic can lead to better, faster, and more fulfilling decisions in every aspect of life. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to make better decisions.

Guest Info

Paul Epstein, Keynote Speaker, Author, Podcaster

Paul Epstein

Paul Epstein is an expert in leadership and organizational culture with nearly fifteen years of experience as a professional sports executive for multiple NFL and NBA teams, a global sports agency, and the NFL league office leading and coaching business teams, most recently with the San Francisco 49ers. It was there that Paul had a life-changing transformation he found his ‘Why’ to inspire purpose in others so they can play offense in life. A calling he has followed ever since.

As Founder of Purpose Labs, Paul is on a mission to impact millions of lives by sharing his message of Playing Offense as an author, keynote speaker, business coach, and leadership trainer. He has installed the Playing Offense playbook with professional sports organizations, Fortune 500 leadership teams, Chief People Officers, MBAs, and professional athletes all to live and lead with greater purpose, performance, and impact.

Paul received his MBA from the University of Michigan, following his undergraduate degree at USC. He resides in Pasadena, CA with his wife, two labradoodles, and their future leader, PJ.

Show Notes

🏈 Understanding Your Decision Lights: Recognize the signals of green, yellow, and red lights in your life decisions.

🏈 Head-Heart-Hands Framework: Combine logic, authenticity, and action for better decision-making.

🏈 Authentic Leadership: Lead with confidence by staying grounded in your values and embracing the "messy middle."

Things to listen for:

[9:15] Intensity of colors reflects emotions and beliefs.

[12:45] Discover core values and purpose for alignment.

[14:07] Journey of self-discovery and finding true self.

[17:49] Unmasking at work for better authenticity.

[21:39] Empowering rebranding, managing challenging personalities in teams.

[24:29] Operationalizing core values for organizational culture success.

[31:12] Communication is at the root of problems.

[35:19] Embracing change by seeking impactful opportunities ahead.

Additional Resources

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