Episode No. 1

Applying a Sports-Centered Mindset to Business

“Go look up ‘Desmond Clark combine stats,’ and as you scroll down, you're going to see a big fat ‘F.’ 37 out of 100 was my score. 36 out of 100…the thing is, is this: they can't measure heart.” — Desmond Clark

In this episode of Owning Your Legacy, Laurette has the privilege to sit down with former Chicago Bear turned-entrepreneur Desmond Clark and Mike Natale, the global platform leader at Ingredion. They talk sports and business.

Culture, talent, trust, strategy, execution, communication—all of these themes are imperative both on the playing field and in the boardroom. Desmond brings his unique perspective as a long-time NFL player turned business founder and president of his company, Bear Down Logistics. While Mike and Laurette connect their own sports experiences with their roles as leaders. They all agree that applying a sports-centered mindset to business can give you the leg up.

In this episode of Owning Your Legacy:

🦋 Four critical aspects of sports and business

🦋 Creating a team-oriented culture where people thrive

🦋 The importance of execution, consistency, and commitment to excellence

🦋 Why “C”-students run the world

🦋 Motivating your team with equity