In this episode of The Rebound, Coach Matt Doherty shifts the focus from inward reflection to outward connection as we explore the second pillar of the STEVIT philosophy: Know Your Team.

Drawing knowledge from Rebound: From Pain to Passion, Coach unpacks why real leadership starts with understanding (not managing) those you lead.

Through powerful stories from coaching and personal missteps, this episode reveals how assumptions and surface-level engagement can lead to disconnect and disengagement. By learning each person’s unique wiring, motivations, and stress responses, leaders create trust that fuels performance.

Here's some tactical advice for you to leverage: schedule one-on-ones, ask deeper questions, and use tools like DiSC and Predictive Index to build a shared language around behavior. In addition, the “4H Check-in” (Head, Heart, Hands, and Home) is introduced as a practical way to humanize your leadership and strengthen team bonds.

Ultimately, you're about to discover that consistency and curiosity (not control) build culture. Great leadership doesn't begin with correction; it begins with connection.

Key Takeaways

• Knowing your team means understanding more than roles. It’s about knowing motivations, personalities, and pressures.
• Connection must come before correction; trust is earned through daily moments, not grand gestures.
• Leadership styles should adapt to individuals, not assume a one-size-fits-all approach.
• Tools like DiSC and Predictive Index help teams develop a common language and deeper understanding.
• Consistent one-on-ones foster real conversation and long-term engagement.
• The “Platinum Rule”—treat people how they want to be treated—is the foundation of transformational leadership.

To learn more about booking Coach Matt Doherty to speak at your next event or help you elevate your leadership game, visit dohertycoaching.com today.

In this episode of The Rebound, we are diving into the first letter of the STEVIT acronym: “S” for Know Thy Self. Coach Matt Doherty opens up about a career setback that became the catalyst for deep personal growth and authentic leadership, fueling necessary changes that have made all the difference in his life.

Through the story of a pivotal coaching session after being let go from UNC, we hear how brutal honesty and a Myers-Briggs assessment cracked open a journey of self-discovery. Today's episode will remind you that knowing yourself isn’t just self-awareness...it’s self-honesty.

Practical tools like journaling, executive coaching, and 360° feedback are explored as pathways to uncover blind spots and lead more effectively, emphasizing that leadership isn’t a title, but a discipline practiced that needs to be practice on a daily basis.

Today, we challenge you to reflect on your leadership habits and ask the hard questions: “What am I pretending not to know?” and “What’s it like to be on the other side of me?”

Key Takeaways:

• Knowing yourself is the foundation of strong, authentic leadership.
• Self-honesty is more powerful than self-awareness alone.
• Feedback—even painful feedback—is essential to growth.
• Journaling, assessments, and coaching are valuable self-leadership tools.
• Leadership is a daily discipline, not a one-time action.
• Asking others for truth about yourself requires courage and deep listening.

To learn more about booking Coach Matt Doherty to speak at your next event or help you elevate your leadership game, visit dohertycoaching.com today.

Leadership isn’t just about holding a title. It’s about influence, resilience, and intentional action.

In this episode of The Rebound, I'm joined by one of the biggest influences on my life - former Davidson Head Basketball Coach (and my high school coach) Bob McKillop to explore what it really takes to lead with impact...starting with the most vital ingredient: the ability to build and embody Trust, Commitment, and Care (TCC).

Our conversation breaks down how TCC lays the foundation for any high-performing team, whether you're leading from the front office or the front court. These principles shape the culture, communication, and effectiveness of any organization or group effort.

Trust is more than just a buzzword; it’s the bedrock of a safe, open, and honest environment where people thrive. From modeling integrity to encouraging open dialogue, leaders who establish trust empower their teams to take ownership and collaborate more effectively.

Commitment and Care take leadership to the next level—when teams see their leaders show up with purpose and heart, they follow suit. It’s not just about setting the bar; it’s about showing up every day, investing in people, and never losing sight of the mission.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership is rooted in behaviors, not job titles or roles.
• Trust must be demonstrated through consistent, transparent actions.
• Commitment means showing up fully and investing in shared goals.
• Leaders should care about their team’s well-being and growth.
• TCC (Trust, Commitment, Care) defines a successful team culture.
• Impactful leadership requires lifelong learning and forward momentum.

To learn more about booking Coach Matt Doherty to speak at your next event or help you elevate your leadership game, visit dohertycoaching.com today.