#38: John “Spider” Miller, Previous Walker Cup Captain—Trust Others With Responsibility
Learn how to build a thriving team by giving others responsibility and then supporting and serving them well. Plus, the small but powerful trait that speaks volumes about someone’s character.
How Leaders Lead with David Novak · David Novak
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Show Notes
Today’s guest is John “Spider” Miller, a legendary amateur golfer who captained the US team in the 2015 and 2017 Walker Cup.
If you have never seen the Walker Cup, it’s a biennial competition where leading amateur golfers of the US go head to head with the best amateurs from Great Britain and Ireland.
In both his golf game and his career as a beer distributor, Spider is living proof of the power of responsibility. When we diligently focus on our own duties – and then trust others with theirs – we can accomplish amazing things.
Listen to this episode for timeless leadership wisdom, plus some great stories about golf legends like Fuzzy Zoeller, Arnold Palmer, and more.
You’ll also learn:
- The #1 mindset you need to succeed as a franchisee
- What to look for when you hire if you want to build a trustworthy team
- The small but powerful trait that speaks volumes about someone’s character
- Why giving your team responsibility is one of your key roles as a leader
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