Leigh Steinberg - Winning In Sports And In Life With Integrity [Episode 57]

Understanding the Human Condition

In this episode, Dr. Flowers and Robin welcome to the show American sports agent and the inspiration for the titular character, Jerry Maguire, Leigh Steinberg. Leigh has represented over 150 professional athletes in football, baseball, basketball, boxing, and Olympic sports. He has represented the No. 1 pick overall in the NFL draft a record eight times, a milestone unmatched within the sports industry. His client list has included Steve Young, Troy Aikman, Warren Moon, Bruce Smith, Thurman Thomas, Ben Roethlisberger, Matt Leinart, Ricky Williams, Howie Long, Dusty Baker, Oscar de la Hoya, and John Starks, to name just a few.

Today, Leigh takes Dr. Flowers and Robin through his illustrious career, touching on some of the peaks and valleys as well as what has kept him motivated throughout the years. They discuss the art of active listening, the concept of winning with integrity, and the importance of having a plan and sticking to it consistently. Leigh opens up about his struggles with addiction as well as the work he’s done to help other athletes suffering from addictions of their own. Finally, Leigh speaks to a crisis of conscience he experienced mid-way through his career and what he did to ensure his work aligned with his values.

Key Takeaways:

02:09 – Leigh Steinberg shares his connection to the film, Jerry Maguire

04:53 – Robin shares a quick rundown of Leigh’s accomplishments

06:14 – Leigh expounds on the topics of his two books, Winning with Integrity and The Agent

09:08 – The art of active listening

11:57 – Core values and lessons Leigh learned from his father

14:34 – The highest and lowest points of Leigh’s professional career

16:32 – The secret to Leigh’s successful sobriety

17:34 – Leigh’s work in Traumatic Brain Injury and brain health

20:39 – Leigh speaks to his struggles with addiction and how he helps athletes suffering from addiction

24:34 – Leigh shares his daily habits and routines

26:54 – Leigh discusses his experience with Stem Cell implants

28:58 – Advice Leigh would give to young men and women looking to pursue a career in sports agentry or other sports-related professionals

32:20 – Leigh weighs in on the incredible success of Nick Saban

32:53 – Dr. Flowers and Robin thank Leigh for joining the show and let listeners know where to follow him

Resources Mentioned:

JFlowers Health Institute – https://jflowershealth.com

JFlowers Health Institute Contact – [phone]

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Leigh’s Website: https://steinbergsports.com/en

Leigh’s Books:

• The Agent
• Winning with Integrity