Send us Fan MailMost people rely on motivation. High performers rely on structure.In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Alan Stein Jr., former elite basketball performance coach to NBA athletes, to break down what it really takes to perform at a high level—especially when you don’t feel like it.They dive into discipline, the “next play mentality,” and why consistency—not intensity—is what separates top performers from everyone else.If you’re serious about growth, leadership, and execution, this conversation will challenge how you think about performance.Timestamps:00:00 The Kobe Bryant Lesson That Changed Everything02:00 Simplifying Success and Mastering the Basics04:45 Kobe’s Legacy and Life Perspective08:00 Alan Stein Jr.’s Backstory and Career Path11:00 What Elite Performers Do Differently13:00 Finding Your Strength Zone15:30 The Passion vs Skill Quadrant18:00 Flow State and Kairos Moments21:00 How to Increase Flow State (Presence, Preparation, Letting Go)24:30 Triggers and Staying Present26:00 The Next Play Mentality28:00 Emotional Control vs Emotional Suppression31:00 The 90-Second Rule for Emotions33:00 Building Emotional Strength36:00 Leadership Mistakes That Hurt Teams39:00 Leadership and Parenting Parallels41:00 Separating Identity from Performance45:00 Defining Success on Your Own Terms50:00 Where to Find Alan Stein Jr.50:45 Unpopular Beliefs and Final ThoughtsDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes featuring top business minds, elite performers, and leadership experts.Connect with Josh Kosnick: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnickConnect with Alan Stein Jr.: https://alansteinjr.com/ Bridge Builder Mastermind:https://www.joshkosnick.com/mastermindKeynote Speaking:https://www.joshkosnick.com/speakingOrder Your Copy of The Kairos Code:https://www.joshkosnick.com/thekairoscodeSupport the showCONNECT WITH ME HERE:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterTikTokYouTubeSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube