<p>Hello and welcome to The Assistant. So many of the great podcasts I listen to feature the very best head coaches, leading actors and CEO’s of companies. I learn a ton from all of them. However, who is helping these top performers in their field on a daily basis? What about the behind the scenes geniuses who are helping to run the show out of the public eye? </p><p>My thought is… let’s dive down a little deeper into these professions and interview those who are just “below the top” of their fields and find out what it takes to be a great Assistant. Learn about the people who understatedly keep teams and organizations functioning. Learn about the aspiring leader paying their dues. There is always the leader front and center but there are many more folks who not only make each system run fluidly, but also aspire to one day be a “Head Coach” themselves. We will chat with top “Assistants” on many topics and find out what it takes to be great at it.</p><p>Damian DiGiulian</p><p>damian.becker@gmail.com<br></p>
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<p>Hello and welcome to The Assistant. So many of the great podcasts I listen to feature the very best head coaches, leading actors and CEO’s of companies. I learn a ton from all of them. However, who is helping these top performers in their field on a daily basis? What about the behind the scenes geniuses who are helping to run the show out of the public eye? </p><p>My thought is… let’s dive down a little deeper into these professions and interview those who are just “below the top” of their fields and find out what it takes to be a great Assistant. Learn about the people who understatedly keep teams and organizations functioning. Learn about the aspiring leader paying their dues. There is always the leader front and center but there are many more folks who not only make each system run fluidly, but also aspire to one day be a “Head Coach” themselves. We will chat with top “Assistants” on many topics and find out what it takes to be great at it.</p><p>Damian DiGiulian</p><p>damian.becker@gmail.com<br></p>
UConn’s Morgan Valley: From Player to Assistant Coach
The Assistant
40 minutes 21 seconds
1 year ago
UConn’s Morgan Valley: From Player to Assistant Coach
<p><span >In this episode of 'The Assistant', Damian chats with Morgan Valley, assistant coach for the UConn women's basketball team and former player who was part of three national championship teams. The discussion highlights Morgan's journey from a player to a coaching role, her transition from UConn to other programs, and back to UConn. Morgan shares insights on mentorship, the importance of maintaining relationships, and her experiences as both an assistant coach and head coach. They also discuss the culture of excellence at UConn and how it influences the dynamics within the team and coaching strategies. Lastly, Morgan reveals some personal stories and tips for cultivating successful relationships as both a coach and player.</span><br></p><p><span >Topics</span></p><p>00:31 Meet Morgan Valley: Basketball Royalty</p><p>03:41 From Player to Coach: Morgan's Journey</p><p>06:45 Networking and Relationships in Coaching</p><p>15:31 Mentorship and Guidance</p><p>22:09 Transitioning to Head Coach</p><p>27:12 Returning to UConn: New Challenges</p><p>30:34 Favorite Books, Podcasts, and Stories</p><p>35:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts</p>
The Assistant
<p>Hello and welcome to The Assistant. So many of the great podcasts I listen to feature the very best head coaches, leading actors and CEO’s of companies. I learn a ton from all of them. However, who is helping these top performers in their field on a daily basis? What about the behind the scenes geniuses who are helping to run the show out of the public eye? </p><p>My thought is… let’s dive down a little deeper into these professions and interview those who are just “below the top” of their fields and find out what it takes to be a great Assistant. Learn about the people who understatedly keep teams and organizations functioning. Learn about the aspiring leader paying their dues. There is always the leader front and center but there are many more folks who not only make each system run fluidly, but also aspire to one day be a “Head Coach” themselves. We will chat with top “Assistants” on many topics and find out what it takes to be great at it.</p><p>Damian DiGiulian</p><p>damian.becker@gmail.com<br></p>
