Play Offense: Transform Your Life One Decision at a Time with Paul Epstein

The Braintrust "Driving Change" Podcast

In this episode of the Driving Change Podcast, Jeff Bloomfield sits down with Paul Epstein, bestselling author of The Power of Playing Offense and Better Decisions Faster. A former executive with the Clippers, Hornets, Kings, and 49ers, Paul shares his journey from his humble roots and personal loss to building a career in professional sports and beyond. Along the way, Paul developed a leadership philosophy rooted in purpose, resilience, and authenticity.

The conversation highlights Paul’s transformative “Win Monday” movement, the power of values-based decision-making, and lessons learned from navigating high-stakes environments. Paul’s stories, from creating championship cultures to finding personal alignment, are both relatable and inspiring.

Why You Should Listen

This episode is a roadmap for anyone seeking clarity, purpose, and actionable insights. You’ll learn:

• How to make better decisions faster using Paul’s "Head + Heart = Hands" framework.
• Why starting small—like winning one Monday at a time—can lead to unstoppable momentum.
• Leadership lessons from professional sports that can transform your career and relationships.
• How aligning with your core values can lead to a more fulfilled, impactful life.

If you’re ready to overcome indecision, grow as a leader, or simply take the next step toward your best self, this episode is packed with tools and inspiration to help you get there.

Takeaways

• Win Monday Philosophy: Start your week with one intentional action to build unstoppable momentum.
• Purpose-Driven Living: Success stems from aligning actions with core values like impact, authenticity, and courage.
• Decision-Making Framework: Use the "Head + Heart = Hands" model to make better decisions faster.
• Resilience Through Adversity: Adversity doesn't build character—it reveals it. Growth comes from thriving in storms.