Move The Ball®

In this powerful Season 6 finale of the Move the Ball® podcast, host Jen Garrett dives into what it truly means to win the fourth quarter and dominate your game heading into 2026. Blending insight from her Fortune 50 leadership background with her Suit Up, Show Up, Move the Ball® framework, Jen delivers an inspiring, high-performance playbook on how to finish strong when most people slow down. She breaks down the mindset, strategy, and execution shifts that separate champions from competitors—emphasizing intentionality, focus, and energy management as key differentiators for success. Along the way, Jen shares personal reflections on the evolution of the show, her deliberate approach to growth, and the power of closing the year with purpose. The episode serves as both a finale and a call to action: to decide who you’ll be in this final stretch, elevate your standards, and move the ball with clarity and conviction into 2026.

Episode Highlights:

1. Champions Close Strong in the Fourth Quarter [0:56]
   The episode opens by emphasizing that while many people slow down in the final months of the year, true champions use the fourth quarter as an opportunity to finish strong and set the stage for future success.
2. The Power of Intentionality and Prime Numbers [3:00]
   Jen shares her personal approach to intentionality, using the quirky example of aligning the episode number with a prime number, and explains how being intentional adds meaning and joy to both work and life.
3. Where Separation Happens: The Power of Q4 [7:15]
   The discussion highlights how the fourth quarter is a time for differentiation—those who stay focused and intentional stand out, build momentum, and demonstrate true leadership.
4. Be Intentional: Success Is Not Random [10:27]
   The episode concludes by reinforcing that success is the result of deliberate actions and choices, not luck, and encourages listeners to approach the end of the year with purpose and intention.

IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

In today’s world, staying relevant isn’t optional—it’s the new currency of leadership. In this solo episode, Jen Garrett breaks down how high-performing executives maintain their edge in a constantly shifting landscape. Drawing on lessons from sports, business, and her own Fortune 50 and global consulting experience, Jen shares the mindset, strategies, and habits that keep leaders visible, valuable, and in motion. You’ll learn how to anticipate change, amplify your impact, and build momentum that lasts—because in the game of leadership, relevance isn’t achieved once, it’s earned every day.

Episode Highlights:
- [0:45] Jen introduces the episode's theme: mastering the "relevance revolution" and staying visible, valuable, and in demand in a fast-changing world.
- [2:46] Jen explains the three dimensions of relevance: knowledge, presence, and connection, and gives actionable advice for each.
- [10:41] Jen shares her personal experience with reinvention, emphasizing the importance of regularly auditing your brand and story.
- [14:22] Jen issues the "Executive Edge Challenge," encouraging listeners to identify an area they've gone on autopilot and take concrete action to reengage.

IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

In this episode of Move the Ball, Jen Garrett sits down with racing legend Al Unser Jr., a two-time Indianapolis 500 champion and one of the most iconic names in motorsports. Together, they go behind the wheel to explore the mindset, focus, and discipline that drive championship-level performance. From his unforgettable six victories at the Long Beach Grand Prix to his triumphs at the Brickyard, Al shares lessons on precision, preparation, and performing under pressure — insights that extend far beyond the racetrack such as how to stay sharp, stay driven, and keep moving the ball — at any speed.

Episode Highlights:

1. Meet the Racing Icon [0:25]
   Introduction to the guest: a two-time Indianapolis 500 champion and six-time Long Beach Grand Prix winner, discussing his legendary family background and rise in motorsports.
2. Mindset and Overcoming Adversity [11:00]
   Insights on staying mentally sharp, the importance of perseverance, and learning from setbacks throughout a racing career.
3. Family Legacy and Pressure [14:59]
   Reflections on growing up in a legendary racing family, the influence of relatives, and the internal drive to succeed.
4. Giving Back and Life Beyond Racing [20:56]
   Discussion of charitable work, supporting young drivers, and making a positive impact beyond the racetrack.

Al Unser Jr. is a legendary American race car driver and two-time Indianapolis 500 champion.. A member of one of motorsport’s most storied families, Al Unser Jr. — affectionately known as “Little Al” — built a remarkable career defined by consistency, courage, and competitiveness. Over his decades-long career, he earned 34 IndyCar victories, captured the 1990 and 1994 IndyCar Series Championships, and became one of the most respected figures in the sport. His mastery at the Long Beach Grand Prix, where he holds a record six wins, cemented his place in racing history. Today, Al continues to inspire fans and aspiring racers with his deep knowledge of the sport and his enduring passion for the drive to win. Al remains deeply committed to the sport, mentoring and motivating the next generation of racers to chase their dreams and drive for greatness.

IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

In this episode, Jen Garrett sits down with Alex Baldwin, President of the Korn Ferry Tour and the first woman to lead a PGA Tour-sanctioned tour. They discuss Alex's journey in the sports industry, her leadership in shaping the next generation of golf talent, the unique developmental path of the Korn Ferry Tour, and the importance of relationships, feedback, and fan engagement in professional sports.

Episode Highlights:

1. Alex Baldwin’s Journey to Leadership [1:18]
   Alex shares her background, how she became the first woman to lead a PGA Tour-sanctioned tour, and her vision for the Korn Ferry Tour.
2. The Unique Developmental Path of the Korn Ferry Tour [5:34]
   Discussion on what makes the Korn Ferry Tour unique in developing not just great golfers, but well-rounded professionals ready for the PGA Tour.
3. The Power of Relationships and Leadership Lessons [15:43]
   Alex and Jen talk about the importance of building relationships, listening, and leadership lessons learned throughout Alex’s career.
4. Fan Engagement and the Future Vision for the Tour [26:41]
   Insights into how the Korn Ferry Tour is engaging fans, telling player stories, and Alex’s vision for the next 3–5 years.

Alex Baldwin is the President of the Korn Ferry Tour and the first woman in history to lead one of the PGA TOUR’s global tours. With over 30 years of experience across the sports industry, Alex oversees the PGA TOUR’s Pathway Tours — including the Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Americas, PGA TOUR University, and Q-School presented by Korn Ferry — shaping the future of professional golf and developing the next generation of PGA TOUR talent. Before joining the TOUR, Alex held senior leadership roles at CAA Sports, Fenway Sports Management, and IMG. A respected industry trailblazer and strategic leader, Alex continues to drive innovation, inclusion, and opportunity across the global golf landscape. 

Follow the Korn Ferry Tour in the following ways:

In this episode of the Move The Ball podcast, host Jen Garrett breaks down the "edge equation" for leaders and high achievers: how to stay sharp, relevant, and ahead in a saturated leadership world. Jen shares personal stories, practical frameworks, and actionable strategies for maintaining your edge through clarity, energy, visibility, and risk-taking. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or athlete, you'll learn how to avoid edge erosion, continually evolve, and stand out in competitive environments.

Episode Highlights:

1. The Edge Equation Explained [3:26]
   Jen introduces the "edge equation": Edge = Clarity × Energy × Visibility × Risk-Taking, and explains why each factor is essential for staying sharp as a leader.
2. Avoiding Edge Erosion [2:22]
   Discussion on how success can lead to complacency, and the subtle ways leaders lose their edge by prioritizing maintenance over innovation.
3. Sharpening Your Edge: The Three Moves [9:22]
   Jen shares three actionable steps: create before you consume, stretch beyond your sphere, and evaluate your evolution to keep evolving as a leader.
4. The Executive Edge Challenge [14:50]
   Jen issues a challenge to listeners: audit your edge in clarity, energy, visibility, or risk-taking, and take one action this week to strengthen it.

IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL: