Eleven Rings

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During his illustrious career as head coach of the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers, Phil Jackson won more championships than any coach in professional sports history while staying true to his core values. Dubbed the 'Zen master' by sportswriters, Jackson inspired his players by awakening their better instincts rather than appealing to their egos or fears. This narrative follows a preacher's kid from North Dakota who became a transformative leader, exploring humanistic psychology, Native American philosophy, and Zen meditation to develop a unique leadership style centered on freedom, authenticity, and selfless teamwork. In his candid reflections, Jackson reveals how he learned about mindfulness and team chemistry while playing for the New York Knicks in the 1970s, managed the legendary Michael Jordan to embrace selflessness, and built cohesive teams by fostering trust among players. He also inspired 'uncoachable' personalities like Dennis Rodman to commit to a greater cause and helped Kobe Bryant evolve from a rebellious teen into a mature leader. With eleven championships—six with the Bulls and five with the Lakers—Jackson's insights go beyond the stars of his teams, offering profound lessons on motivation, competition, and unlocking the best in ourselves and others.