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Jun 4, 2023

Access the podcast transcript here. 

Psychologist John Amaechi, a former NBA basketball player, shares his his journey to sporting success and his decision to pursue a career in psychology. Talking to Future Talent Learning's Karam Filfilan, he also discusses ethics in business and his personal principles, stressing the importance of creating cultures of accountability.

Episode timestamps

  • Growing up in Stockport in the UK [00:01:12] 
  • Being recognised for physical ability over his intellect [00:05:28] ]
  • Discovering basketball – and moving to the US to realise his ambitions [00:09:34] 
  • Writing 3,000 letters to the US to find a coach [00:12:15] 
  • Dealing with setbacks [00:14:29] 
  • The benefits of hard work [00:18:50] 
  • Principles and loyalty – turning down a contract with the Lakers [00:22:29] 
  • How principles can help boost trust and engagement [00:28:12] 
  • Having honest conversations and the value of micro-appraisals  [00:32:18] 
  • Ethical leadership  [00:39:54]
  • Being an 'everyday Jedi' [00:40:49]