Win More, Live Better

Zach Brandon
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Win More, Live Better is a podcast for sport coaches and high-performing leaders who care deeply about results, but refuse to compromise their well-being, joy, or relationships in the process. This show explores what it really means to win more and live better on your terms. Through stories, conversations, and practical frameworks, each episode helps you sharpen your leadership, strengthen your inner game, and build systems that support sustainable performance for you and those you lead. Hosted by Zach Brandon, a nationally recognized performance and leadership advisor who partners with elite sport coaches, executives, and high performers to help them thrive using practical tools, systems, and mindset frameworks.

  1. 1 day ago

    Background Check Your Beliefs

    We conduct background checks before giving people important responsibilities. So why not do the same with the beliefs we give influence over our lives? In this episode, Zach shares a simple way to examine the evidence behind your assumptions and limiting beliefs, challenge outdated conclusions, and make sure your past isn't unnecessarily dictating your future. Learn More About Zach: Email Zach -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comExplore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  2. 2 days ago

    Paul Goldstein | Head Coach and Director of Men's Tennis, Stanford University | The Weight of Caring, Building Culture & Coaching Under Pressure

    Paul Goldstein is the Director of Men’s Tennis and Head Coach at Stanford University. Across 12 seasons leading the Cardinal, Goldstein has compiled more than 200 wins, guided Stanford to the NCAA Championships every season, won conference championships in both the Pac-12 and ACC, and earned ITA Northwest Region Coach of the Year honors five times.  In 2024-25, he led Stanford to 26 wins, an ACC Championship in its first season in the conference, and appearances in the semifinals of both the NCAA Championships and ITA National Team Indoor Championships. Before becoming Stanford’s head coach, Goldstein built an accomplished playing career of his own. He became the first player in NCAA men’s tennis history to start on four consecutive national championship teams at Stanford and was a four-time All-American. Goldstein then competed professionally for a decade, reaching career-high ATP rankings of No. 58 in singles and No. 40 in doubles, advancing to the 2005 US Open doubles semifinals, and earning singles victories over players including Novak Djokovic, Lleyton Hewitt, Patrick Rafter, James Blake, and Mardy Fish. Here's some notable highlights from our conversation: [5:14] — From Winning Championships to Leading People [13:35] — The Weight of Caring [16:42] — What Business Taught a Tennis Coach [19:46] — From "Me" to "We"  [23:32] — Fostering Culture and Connection at the Dinner Table [25:10] — The Mental Game of Tennis [38:17] — What an Athlete Needs From You Under Pressure [48:31] — Thriving in Stanford's High-Achievement Environment [53:18] — The Doorstop Lesson Learn More About Paul: Watch Paul's Commencement Address at his Alma Mater here.Learn More About Zach: Zach's Email -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comExplore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  3. 6 days ago

    Your Culture Has a Job to Do

    Culture matters, but not simply for the sake of having a great culture. It matters because of what it enables people and organizations to accomplish. This episode explores how leaders can connect culture to behavior and performance, why there isn't one universally “great” culture, and how working backward from desired outcomes can help create an environment where people can consistently do their best work. Learn More About Zach: Email Zach -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comExplore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  4. 29 Aug

    The Iron Cowboy: Building the Capacity to Handle Hard Things

    Growth often comes with an uncomfortable period where the demands of what we’re doing exceed our current capacity to handle them. Using the remarkable story of James Lawrence’s 50 Ironman triathlons in 50 states in 50 days, this episode explores the gap between new demands and our current capacity and why we should be careful about deciding too quickly that something isn’t working. Learn More About Zach: Email Zach -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comExplore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  5. 28 Aug

    How Many Other People Would Quit Right Now?

    The moments when you most want to quit may also be the moments where you have the greatest opportunity to create separation. Inspired by a question Chris Bosh learned from Kobe Bryant, this episode explores how performers can create separation when things aren't easy. Drawing on lessons from Randy Pausch’s famous “brick walls” message in his last lecture and my own experience training for my first marathon, we’ll unpack how to stay resilient, navigate setbacks, and keep going when the path gets difficult. Learn More About Zach: Zach's Email -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comReserve a seat at the Game Changer's Advantage Event on Sept. 4th here.Explore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  6. 27 Aug

    The Show Goes On: Performing When You Don’t Feel Your Best

    Not every great performance starts with feeling great. Last week, two of the world's top music artists, Taylor Swift and Noah Kahan, reminded me of the same key lesson that is relevant for elite performers in any domain. In this episode, we explore why feeling your best isn’t a prerequisite for doing your best and what becomes possible when you stop treating your internal state as a prediction of what you’re capable of. Learn More About Zach: Zach's Email -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comReserve a seat at the Game Changer's Advantage Event on Sept. 4th here.Explore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  7. 24 Aug

    Mark Gottfried | Former D1 Basketball Coach, Speaker, and Author | "Winning is intoxicating, but the relationships established supercede any kind of trophy."

    Mark Gottfried has experienced college basketball from nearly every angle including as a player, assistant coach, head coach, broadcaster, and now as a speaker, mentor, and podcast host. Mark began his coaching career at UCLA, where he spent seven seasons as an assistant and helped the Bruins capture the 1995 national championship. He went on to serve as a Division I head coach for more than two decades at various programs such as Murray State, Alabama, NC State, and Cal State Northridge. Across his head coaching career, Mark accumulated more than 400 victories, won multiple conference championships, led his teams to 11 NCAA Tournament appearances, reached three Sweet Sixteens and an Elite Eight, and earned Coach of the Year honors in both the Ohio Valley Conference and SEC. Today, Mark shares the lessons from those experiences with coaches, executives, teams, and organizations through speaking, mentorship, The Coach Mark Gottfried Show, and his upcoming book, The Playbook for Success, which explores his signature "Get It Done" mindset which is comprised of grit, integrity, and desire. Here's some notable highlights from our conversation: [4:59] — What Matters Beyond the Wins [7:00] — Growing Up Around the Game [9:50] — An Unforgettable Lesson from John Wooden [14:18] — Build Your Inner Circle Before You Need It [18:34] — Coaching Can Be Lonely [23:21] — Who Are You When the Phone Stops Ringing? [29:19] — The 3 Lies That Pull Us Off-Course [34:55] — Why Winning Can Still Feel Empty [44:20] — What 287 Losses Taught Him [49:35] — The "Get It Done" Mindset [56:06] — Pouring Into Others [58:57] — The People Who Have Always Been His "Why" Learn More About Coach Gottfried: Explore more of Mark's current work and resources here.Learn More About Zach: Zach's Email -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comReserve a seat at the Game Changer's Advantage Event on Sept. 4th here.Explore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

  8. 24 Aug

    Make the Invisible Visible: How Great Leaders Make Progress Visible

    In 1943, Edwin Land’s three-year-old daughter asked him a simple question after he took her picture: Why couldn’t she see it right away? Her question helped activate an idea that had been developing in Land’s mind for years and ultimately contributed to the invention of the Polaroid camera. In this episode, Zach uses that story to explore why meaningful growth frequently occurs before it becomes visible and why great leaders help people see the progress they may not yet recognize in themselves. Learn More About Zach: Zach's Email -- Zbrandon1022@gmail.comReserve a seat at the Game Changer's Advantage Event on Sept. 4th here.Explore 1:1 coaching with Zach -- Schedule a free call here.Download my free Win More, Live Better Leadership Playbook here.You can watch the video recordings of the podcast on YouTube here.

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Win More, Live Better is a podcast for sport coaches and high-performing leaders who care deeply about results, but refuse to compromise their well-being, joy, or relationships in the process. This show explores what it really means to win more and live better on your terms. Through stories, conversations, and practical frameworks, each episode helps you sharpen your leadership, strengthen your inner game, and build systems that support sustainable performance for you and those you lead. Hosted by Zach Brandon, a nationally recognized performance and leadership advisor who partners with elite sport coaches, executives, and high performers to help them thrive using practical tools, systems, and mindset frameworks.

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  • Creator
    Zach Brandon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    294
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Win More, Live Better
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