Brian
Actions speak louder than words.
Show is better than tell.
You can't make a better yesterday.
Do the next right thing! 🦁
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Leadership
What it Was Like Working With Robert Redford for 44 Years | Time
Bob’s leadership legacy will be: his generosity of time, the knowledge he shared, the space he made for others, the resources he distributed, and the lives he changed. He didn’t need to give back, but he chose to. Bob believed stories engage, open our minds, inspire and ultimately connect us. Thank you, Sundance!
time.com
Design
A $6 Billion Dollar Blueprint - How SoFi Stadium Changes the Game | Build It Big via YouTube
SoFi is more than a stunning sports venue. It's an epicenter for entertainment, a marvel of design and engineering, and an extraordinary game-changer for the NFL, Los Angeles, and the world. Add SoFi to your bucket list. Come visit #RamsHouse! 🐏🏈
youtube.com
Relationships
Is Trust Earned or Given? (And Why You Should Give It) | Aeon Ideas
Is trust earned or given? That's one of my favorite questions. People who trust more get better at knowing whom to trust!
aeon.co
Career
The Best Job References | Korn Ferry
When job applications ask for references, most candidates choose bosses or former managers. Korn Ferry recommends you consider colleagues, direct reports, customers, or someone unrelated to work as your best references.
kornferry.com
Wellness
Got Yoyu? The Japanese Secret to Having Enough | Marci Kobayashi
Ever feel like you’re running short on time, energy, or cash? In Japanese, people use Yoyu to talk about their ability to afford different things, from money to peace of mind. Got Yoyu?
marcikobayashi.com
Fun
Candy Hotspots, Favorite Treats & Sweet Tooth Trends | Instacart
Halloween is the Super Bowl for sweet tooths. Here's some fun candy quirks and a poll on the popularity of Candy Corn. What's your favorite treat? 🎃
instacart.com
Brian Cooke
Here are books, media, and music influencing my coaching:
- 10 Good Books on My Kindle | November 2025
- Vivaldi - Concerto for 2 Trumpets in C | Orchestre de Chambre Francais (2012) play Vivaldi (1720) via YouTube
- This Land Is Your Land | Woody Guthrie (1940) via YouTube
- As Good As It Gets | Mindi Abair (2003) via YouTube
I coach leaders and teams who do big things.
Let's GO! 🚀
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