12 as One: The Making of a Championship Team with Mike Macdonald, Head Coach of the Seattle Seahawks

12 as One: The Making of a Championship Team with Mike Macdonald, Head Coach of the Seattle Seahawks

March 13, 2026 · 44 min

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Jon Gordon interviews Super Bowl-winning coach Mike Macdonald about leadership, faith, and building a championship culture.

On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I'm joined by Super Bowl-winning head coach Mike Macdonald for an inspiring, authentic conversation about faith, leadership, and building a championship culture. Mike opens up about his remarkable journey—from wrestling with self-doubt and societal expectations as a college student, to trusting his calling in coaching, and ultimately leading the Seahawks to Super Bowl glory. Together, we explore how Mike's faith has been a guiding force in his career, the power of gratitude in success, and why embracing trust, connection, and servant leadership can transform not only teams, but lives. We dive deep into the making of a special locker room—where belief, vulnerability, and love fuel daily excellence, and where tough and connected became more than just slogans: they became the heartbeat of a championship season. Mike shares candid insights on overcoming the pressure to be "worthy," learning to lead with humility, and empowering those around you to grow and find their edge. From stories about family sacrifices to moments of pure joy with loved ones on and off the field, every bit of this conversation brims with humanity and hope. Whether…

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