Valorie Kondos Field
UCLA Head Coach | Inspiring Winning Cultures
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Valorie Kondos Field spent over three decades leading the UCLA Gymnastics program to unprecedented success, guiding the Bruins to 7 NCAA championships as their Head Coach. Kondos Field's unique approach blended competitive strategy with personal growth, empowering athletes to reach new heights both on the mat and in life.
Her best-selling book 'Life is Short, Don't Wait to Dance' has inspired millions with its message of embracing fear and pursuing passions. Kondos Field's keynotes provide a masterclass in cultivating high-performing teams and winning cultures, sharing proven methods to unlock human potential.
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Why winning doesn't always equal success
Valorie Kondos Field knows a lot about winning. As the longtime coach of the UCLA women's gymnastics team, she won championship after championship and has been widely acclaimed for her leadership. In this inspiring, brutally honest and, at times, gut-wrenching talk, she shares the secret to her success. Hint: it has nothing to do with "winning."
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