#277: Jimmy Roberts, Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, NBC & Golf Channel – Curiosity builds connection
Thu Feb 05 2026
The 2026 Winter Olympics kick off tomorrow! And who better to get you in the spirit than the guy who has brought Olympic stories to life for more than four decades!
Jimmy Roberts is a 13-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster for NBC and the Golf Channel, and he’s the voice behind some of the most unforgettable human moments in Olympic history.
In this episode, Jimmy shares how curiosity fuels connection, and how it can help you listen more deeply and connect authentically with the people you lead.
Whether you’re leading a team, trying to build stronger relationships, or just looking for a fresh way to see the world around you, this conversation is full of insights (and stories that will give you chills).
You’ll also learn:
What “un-trying” is (and why it’s important)
Why storytelling is a leadership skill
The #1 thing to prioritize if you want to stay calm in big moments
What the Olympics can teach us about inspiring others
Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:
The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go
Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day
Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics kick off tomorrow! And who better to get you in the spirit than the guy who has brought Olympic stories to life for more than four decades! Jimmy Roberts is a 13-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster for NBC and the Golf Channel, and he’s the voice behind some of the most unforgettable human moments in Olympic history. In this episode, Jimmy shares how curiosity fuels connection, and how it can help you listen more deeply and connect authentically with the people you lead. Whether you’re leading a team, trying to build stronger relationships, or just looking for a fresh way to see the world around you, this conversation is full of insights (and stories that will give you chills). You’ll also learn: What “un-trying” is (and why it’s important) Why storytelling is a leadership skill The #1 thing to prioritize if you want to stay calm in big moments What the Olympics can teach us about inspiring others Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.