Intent Is To Grow

A powerful story that will help you see that in all walks of life, who you are as a leader, as a teammate, and as a person is equally as important as what you know.

What if you had access to a resource that combined research, over two decades of industry experience, and the power of storytelling to help you inspire others, develop genuine connections, and stand out amongst your peers? What if a simple parable could help you to understand that a truly impactful, lasting presence in your profession involves having more than intelligence, degrees, certifications, or licenses?

The Intent Is To Grow is a fictional tale about a young coach, Nathan Day, who is beginning his new role at a major university. Upon his arrival on campus, he embarks on a week-long, life-altering orientation program. He meets with a group of mentors that contribute to his long-term professional development in the most remarkable ways. They each have creative tools and methods to teach him the "6 True Pro Attributes."

• VOICE - A game-changing analogy and model is presented that speaks to the importance of strong communication skills, crafting the most effective message and pathway in which it gets delivered, and how adjusting your approach based on the audience is critical
• HUSTLE - 12 practical strategies and actions that can help young professionals earn respect right away, rise through the ranks, and stand out amongst their peers despite being new to their roles
• SOUL - Research and details regarding empathy and compassion, real-world examples of how to go above and beyond for others to create real connection, and a caring and imaginative interpretation of the nature of a person's soul
• LEADERSHIP - A charming allegory to communicate all the important elements of transformational leadership and a servant-based approach to guiding others
• VISION - A creative combination of a children's game, sports analogies, and a 1980's movie reference to review the literature and research behind self-awareness, cultural awareness, and how the combination of the two can deliver big results throughout a career
• VERSATILITY - A lively interview that details how a generalist mentality makes for a great teammate, the advantages of "width over depth" early in a career, and how having a flexible & re-deployable skillset can lead to big-time opportunities and success.

The Intent Is To Grow is a must-have resource for anyone that is looking to triumph in life and experience lasting career success. Scroll to the top and click "BUY NOW" to pick up your copy today!

Author Jesse K. Wright has spent over two decades in the high performance sport culture, including working with teams in the NBA, NFL, NCAA, and the private sector. He most recently spent 14 years with the Philadelphia 76ers, first as the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and then as the Director of Performance Science. During this time, he was named the NBA's Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Year in 2013, an award voted on by his contemporaries in the league. He also served as President of the National Basketball Strength & Conditioning Association from 2013-2015. In addition, he served as chair of the committee that oversees and coordinates the anthropometric and performance testing for the NBA Pre-Draft Combine for six years.

During his career, Wright has held Strength & Conditioning Coach positions with Temple University, the Philadelphia Eagles, the Barcelona Dragons (NFL-Europe), Hofstra University Football, and Saint Joseph's University. He received an Exercise Science degree from Temple University and a Master's of High Performance Sport degree from Australian Catholic University.