About the Author

KEVIN EASTMAN, Over his forty years in the game of basketball at the collegiate and professional levels, he has become widely known as one of the very best teachers in the game. He is also a lifelong student of the coaches and players at the highest levels. As a coach of the 2008 NBA Champion Boston Celtics, Kevin has lived in the world of the best while observing and studying them every day. He studies what makes the best the best—their habits, mindsets, strategies and every day choices. Known as a thought leader in the basketball and sports worlds, Kevin is now an engaging speaker who inspires a wide range of audiences, from college and professional sports teams, to diverse corporate and government groups. Kevin’s curiosity and dedication to learning provide the backdrop for delivering powerful talks on leadership, culture, teamwork, and why the best are the best.

Reviews

“Kevin is one of the best speakers and teachers I have come across in the profession. If you want to learn more about leadership, coaching, self-motivation, or taking your team or yourself to the next level of performance, this book is a must read.” —ERIK SPOELSTRA Head Coach, Miami Heat; NBA Champion 2012, 2013

“… Each chapter is laced with “wisdom bombs” making this a compulsory read for teams in any sport and teams in the ever-competitive corporate world as well.” —GEORGE RAVELING Former College Basketball Head Coach; Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee

“… Kevin personifies what General Martin Dempsey calls the three most important principles of leadership: character, competence and humility…. His humility is inspiring, as is his willingness to share his knowledge….” —JAY BILAS ESPN Basketball Analyst

“… He [Kevin Eastman] has worked with NBA all-stars, Hall of Fame players, and thirteen- to fifteen-year olds wanting to make their high school team. In every situation, he has worked to make them better and cared equally about the person, regardless of stature.…” —ROY WILLIAMS Head Coach, University of North Carolina; NCAA Champion 2005, 2009, 2017; Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee

“… Kevin has a unique way of taking the most important components of success—leadership, team building, and personal development—and simplifying them to the point that we can immediately insert them into our lives, careers, and teams. ” —JAY WRIGHT Head Coach, Villanova University; NCAA Champion 2016, 2018