258: The Basketball Miracle No One Saw Coming | Coach Jim Johnson

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Written By damon lembi

Coach Jim Johnson, legendary high school basketball coach, author, and leadership keynote speaker, is best known for the unforgettable “J-Mac Game”—one of the most inspiring moments in sports history. In this episode, host Damon Lembi and Coach Jim Johnson explore leadership, vulnerability, inclusion, and how servant leadership and trust can transform teams and lives.

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Key Leadership Lessons from Coach Jim Johnson’s Journey:

  • Vulnerability builds trust: leaders who admit they don’t have all the answers create stronger, more resilient teams

  • Culture beats talent alone—clear values, aligned actions, and consistent habits define winning teams

  • Catch people doing the right thing: specific, meaningful recognition can change confidence, performance, and lives

Connect with Coach Jim Johnson:

Coach Jim Johnson’s leadership insights have been shaped by decades of coaching, championship runs, and the global impact of the J-Mac story, which continues to inspire leaders, educators, and teams worldwide.

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