#47 - Mike Nilson - The Power in Your Commitment.

Today’s podcast features the one and only, Mike Nilson. Gonzaga & Spokane legend on the basketball court for the Men’s Basketball team as well as the current Director of Performance, Nutrition, and Leadership for the Zags.

This conversation is incredible because I look up to Mike so much. If you are interested in his journey from walk-on, to scholarship starter/WCC Defensive Player of the Year, to Director of Performance, and lifelong explorer of curiosity then this episode is for you. Three of my favorite topics were deep diving into one new skill per year, why commitment means so much to him, and the impact John Stockton has had on his life.

If you loved this episode please reach out with what you specifically enjoyed the most. If you’re interested in leveling up your curiosity, subscribe to my weekly newsletter at bryantferate.beehiiv.com/subscribe and most of all CHECK OUT THE HOOP COMMITMENT PODCAST hosted by Mike Nilson.

Mike’s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4b3rF36IjfLlkS1P1YakQh?si=48399e5f61c84b4d 

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Timestamps

(2:48) We’re Live

(4:58) Jay-Z & December 4th

(9:25) One New Skill A Year

(16:25) Reflecting On The Year & Diving Into One Thing

(20:35) Carrying The Same Basketball For 2 Years

(25:05) Commitment

(32:40) Doing The Little Things & Being You

(38:40) Three Levels of Leadership

(46:55) Podcasting, Voice Lessons, & Feedback

(53:40) John Stockton

(1:03:25) Being, Becoming, & Thich Nhat Hanh