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.