142 How Australia’s Top Coach Maintained an 81% Win Rate | Lisa Alexander

Lisa Alexander is one of Australia’s greatest sports coaches. From leading the Australian Diamonds to global netball impact, this isn't just about netball; it's a masterclass in coaching and leadership. Hear Lisa's journey, from her early coaching days to achieving an 81% win rate with the Diamonds, winning gold at the Commonwealth Games and World Cup.

In this episode Andrew and Lisa discuss:

00:20 Lisa is one of the most underrated coaches in Australia, having a chip on your shoulder and the best coaches usually weren’t the best players.

6:40 Staying grounded and being open to learning, reaching out to Wayne Bennett and Craig Bellamy and getting her learning outside of school and university.

10:45 The 2 books Lisa could potentially write, how Lisa was able to study, work and raise a child and being achievement oriented to try and impress her dad.

16:45 Why coaching and teaching work so well together, creating teams in the classroom and spending a year following the Australian netball coach around.

21:45 The ability to be self-aware is the most important, Lisa’s biggest influences and Lisa’s advice to people who want to get into coaching.

32:45 Craig Harper working for Lisa for 10c an hour, focusing on the person first and the athlete second and you have to have a bit of ego as a coach, but not too much.

37:25 The introduction of “Sisters in Arms” at The Diamonds, falling in love with rugby union at Twickenham and respecting the culture of the country that you are coming in to.

44:30 Money can lead to mediocrity, encouraging players to do coaching courses as they are playing and getting perspective outside your own environment.

49:00 Family first is a key tenant of Lisa’s philosophy, Lisa’s work with corporate teams and where you can find Lisa.

You can find Lisa at the TGI website: https://tgisport.com.au/talent/lisa-alexander/
Or the Celebrity Speakers website: https://www.celebrityspeakers.com.au/speakers/lisa-alexander/
Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-alexander-am-a83bb378/?originalSubdomain=au