NBA Coaching Legend and Player
The NBA recognized Phil Jackson as one of the 10 best coaches of all time. He led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA Championships in eight seasons, and orchestrated a team of some of basketball’s leading players, including Michael Jordan.
Coaching Style
Known for his “Zen-like” style of leadership, Jackson was more likely to give his players books than lectures. Whatever his approach, Jackson was able to mold a team of thoughtful champions who earned their way to greatness.
NBA Career
As a player Jackson had spent 13 years in the NBA, 11 of them with the New York Knicks. He was named the Continental Basketball Association’s Coach of the Year in 1985, the season after his Albany Patroons won the league championship. He then hooked on with the Bulls as an assistant coach. Phil Jackson replaced Doug Collins as head coach for 1989-90.
Coaching Career
With Jackson at the helm Chicago began to mesh. Jackson became the Bull’s all-time winningest coach and he was named 1996 Coach of the Year. He ended his career with the Bulls in 1998 as the Coach of the National Champions.
Audiences are inspired by Mr. Jackson’s inspirational and unique perspective on greatness and winning. He is a motivator for all of us, and the example of how to achieve and maintain the top of your field.
Book
Jackson’s book Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success was released in May 2013. In the book, he discusses his life experiences and philosophies that inspired his championship-winning techniques. He also cites his relationships with such players as Michael Jordan, Dennis Rodman and Kobe Bryant, while describing how he forged successful teams by combining talents and promoting trust.
An Evening with Phil Jackson
Audiences are awed by Mr. Jackson's inspirational and unique perspective on greatness and winning. He is a motivator for all of us, providing examples of how to achieve and stay at the top of your field.
Sacred Hoops, Sacred Business
Motivational speaker Phil Jackson shares his leadership techniques and his philosophy of a mindful approach to sports and business--principles used to promote a deeper understanding of success--with audiences across the country.
Using Meditation And Mindfulness To Create Great Teams
One the best basketball coaches the game has ever seen, Phil Jackson, taught all his teams how to use mindfulness and meditation techniques to win the game. As part of his legendary coaching, Jackson used some rather uncommon tactics to help create these championship teams that he will share with your audience.
All Phil Jackson Books
