About this episode
Brad Barritt unpacks how Saracens built the Wolfpack culture, why resilience is the ultimate competitive edge, and how shared leadership empowered stars like Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje . He also details Brendan Venter’s “17% of your time” philosophy, the stonecutter mindset behind bouncing back from setbacks, and his transition from elite rugby into Tikitonga Coffee , fintech and venture capital. 📩 Join Coach G’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/coach-g-1708/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec 📩 Join Coach Ben’s Free Community - https://www.skool.com/bens-group-3618/about?ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec Podcast Community - https://www.skool.com/lessons-from-the-game-7496/about ref=2aa34cec096e4503a6e179cc75caaaec Perfect for players, coaches, and leaders who want practical takeaways on culture, mindset, and performance. Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Resilience 03:06 Building a Winning Culture at Saracens 05:57 The Importance of Leadership and Team Dynamics 09:00 The Wolf Pack Mentality 11:56 Psychology of Success and Overcoming Setbacks 15:01 The Role of Individual Identity in Team Success 18:08 Shared Leadership and Genuine Leadership Traits 20:48 The Evolution of Saracens' Playing Style 24:03 The Stone Cutter Analogy and Its Impact 30:11 The Journey to Success 32:47 Preparing for Life After Rugby 34:47 Building a Coffee Brand 38:05 Transitioning from Player to Entrepreneur 42:34 Resilience in the Face of Adversity 49:30 The Meaning of Representing England 54:53 Reflections on Injuries and Team Spirit 📲 Follow us for more rugby content: Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lessonsfromthegamepodcast Follow Coach G on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ggsteenkamp Follow Ben on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/benpegna