Pat Forde

"Rick Pitino knows a thing or two about comebacks-on the court and in life."-Louisville Courier-Journal Basketball legend Rick Pitino reveals his model of success built upon his experiences of failure and personal loss in Rebound Rules-a powerful, deeply personal book about never giving up. Recalling the tragedies that shaped his life and career-his unsuccessful tenure as Celtics coach,  the devastating loss on 9/11 of his best friend and his brother-in-law and the deep depression that followed-Coach Pitino shares his Rebound Rules, demonstrating how he emerged wiser and rose to new heights with a richer perspective on life and work.and how you can, too.
How do you turn professional failure and personal tragedy into your greatest strengths? Overcoming Adversity: Learn from Pitino's most difficult moments, from his devastating personal losses on 9/11 to his first professional failure as coach of the Boston Celtics. The PHD Formula: Discover the three fundamentals-Passion, Hunger, and Drive-that Pitino used to rebuild his career and that you can use to ignite your own comeback.
Team Chemistry: Master the formula for building a cohesive, unselfish team-on the court or in the corporate world-by understanding what truly motivates people. Maintaining Focus: Apply practical strategies for surviving the "microwave culture" of instant results and staying locked in on your long-term goals.