“I think your team defence and identity can do a lot for you the days that things aren’t going your way.”

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For episode #237 of the Glass and Out Podcast, our team at The Coaches Site hosted a private event for members of the local Vancouver tech and business community, featuring a live interview with Bruce Cassidy, Head Coach of the Vegas Golden Knights.

The focus of our conversation was on the lessons in leadership that Cassidy has acquired throughout his career. There's no doubt that you'll come away with a deep appreciation for how humble he is, how he didn’t come from means and has had to earn everything in his career, and more than anything, how he prioritizes being a husband and father above all else.

And of course, his love of the game.

Listen as he shares valuable lessons in leadership, why team defence is crucial during tough times, and why you always have to be ready for your next job in hockey.

VIDEO TIMESTAMPS:

• 1:25 Visiting the White House
• 4:10 Winning the Cup in Vegas
• 6:50 Building a team identity
• 8:50 Building a roster to win
• 11:00 How we views player development
• 13:00 Dealing with pressure and learning to block it out
• 16:25 Balancing personal relationships and holding players accountable 
• 19:55 Dealing with injuries and adveristy
• 25:45 Structuring for consistency 
• 27:55 Analytics and deciding what information is important
• 31:25 Starting coaching career in Jacksonville
• 34:00 Cup celebrations
• 36:10 Finding a work-life balance
• 38:20 First year coaching in NHL
• 41:15 Learning from being fired
• 44:00 Finding the right coaching staff in Vegas
• 47:35 Connecting with other Boston coaches
• 51:10 Books he’s reading
• 53:10 Advice for his younger self