A captivating story that will help you find your purpose and leadership in life. Although he’s one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in Kentucky’s history, Steve Rocker, for the first time in his life, is falling short of expectations. His players have lost their will to win, their love for their teammates, and their passion to play. Coach Rocker’s motivational methods that have always worked before - and have resulted in his success - are now failing, and he doesn’t know why. Struggling to understand what’s happening, Coach seeks the counsel of one of his most successful friends, CEO Grant Steffin, who, while fighting his own battles, offers advice based on his own leadership experiences. Coach Rocker also stumbles upon some unexpected insight from - of all people - Joe Taylor, the high school janitor. As Coach’s season spirals downward, and as he continues to interact with these two intriguing men, the why questions become louder and louder in his head. Why does he do what he does? Or for that matter, why does he even exist? These questions eventually push him to go deeper into his own heart than he ever imagined possible to determine his purpose not only in leadership but also in life.

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6 hours and 56 minutes
Author

Todd G. Gongwer
Narrator

Brandon Batchelar
Audible release date

November 17, 2011
Language

English
Publisher

Oasis Audio
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B006963UEW
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Unabridged
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Listening Length	6 hours and 56 minutes
Author	Todd G. Gongwer
Narrator	Brandon Batchelar
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	November 17, 2011
Publisher	Oasis Audio
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B006963UEW
Best Sellers Rank	#27,828 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #75 in Religious Leadership (Books) #501 in Leadership (Audible Books & Originals) #600 in Christian Spiritual Growth (Audible Books & Originals)

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An easy and fast read with lots of life inspiring tidbits

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021

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I loved the ease of reading this book along with gems it contains. I didn't want to put it down. We all need a "Joe" in our lives. someone who is there to listen and give sage, thought-provoking advice.

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Truly amazing book

Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2020

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This book is a wonderful weekend read. The narrative flows smoothly, and the characters are extremely relatable. It has a lot of Christianity in it, so if that bothers you, you may want to find another leadership book. We have shared the book with several of our clients and gotten great feedback from all of them. I definitely recommend.

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Jason T

Excellent and humbling book to say the least!

Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2015

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Excellent book! A must read for all leaders and those being groomed to be leaders. A truly humbling story and I believe many can learn from
the janitor's experience, especially myself, of what it is to serve in such a humbling way that can influence and affect so many lives in such a positive way.

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David K.

Perfect for the Humbled.

Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2018

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Great read for a humbled coach or organization leader with a sports background. If the person reading the book is not humbled with their true self, don't bother getting the book for them.

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One of the best books I've read in a long while

Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2015

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One of the best books I've read in a long while. Strongly recommend it for teens and adults.Life changing. A fast read and one you don't want to end. If a movie isn't made on this one, filmmakers would miss a golden opportunity.

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Easy Read

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2021

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Great story for all ( young adult-adult).

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Wonderful book! Recommended by coach for Coastal Carolina 2016 ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2017

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Wonderful book! Recommended by coach for Coastal Carolina 2016 National Baseball Champs. Should be read by every leader, parent, coach, teacher.

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and I am already in love with the book

Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2017

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I began reading this because of a recommendation from someone I look up to, and I am already in love with the book. I started reading this morning and I am already 6 chapters in! Phenomenal book for anyone who has influence over others in their life.

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Delmus

Every Leader or Coach should read this book!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 8, 2015

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This is one of the best books I have ever read in my life!

Ankhuri

Good one time read.

Reviewed in India on September 20, 2015

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The book has a very strong start and will keep you interested until it loses the plot mid-way. The book has some interesting takeaways if you are able to get through. Good for a one time read. May not necessarily be a book you will always go back to.

John Schiebel

A nice audio collection of CDs to share with family on those long drives

Reviewed in Canada on June 12, 2014

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Great story line; inspirational and motivational. Reminds you about what really matters in this world. A good story for all ages.

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Great inspiration

Reviewed in France on November 11, 2020

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Simple and straight to the point: love at the center of everything. Very valuable reading not only for leadership but for the whole life!

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Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on April 28, 2016

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An incredibly powerful book on servant leadership. A must read for all leaders.

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