Speaking Truth to Power 🔥 (Part 7)
A heartfelt conversation with Phillip Gregory McKibbins on resilience, leadership, and the courage to stand out — sharing lessons on patience, purpose, and staying true to yourself without losing your calm.
Takeaways:
- Take more risks and embrace opportunities.
- Don't compare your journey to others; focus on your path.
- Patience is key in both personal and professional growth.
- Leadership requires calmness and emotional intelligence.
- Celebrate personal milestones and achievements.
- Mentorship is crucial for young professionals.
- Stay committed to learning and self-improvement.
- Be proactive in your deeds rather than seeking immediate rewards.
- Sports teams reflect family dynamics and community support.
- The future holds great potential for the Mavericks and their fans.
Chapters:
00:00 – Advice to My 20-Year-Old Self
00:32 – Introducing Phillip Gregory McKibbins
01:19 – Fighting with Calm, Not Anger
02:14 – Faith, Hard Work, and Overcoming Challenges
02:55 – The Core Life Lessons
04:40 – Promotion in Your Deeds
05:39 – Patience and Trusting the Process
06:13 – Purpose, Mission, and Core Values
07:09 – A Surprise Nomination for Tech Titan of the Year
10:00 – Innovating for the NBA
12:49 – Renewing Our Vows After 44 Years
14:14 – Behind the Scenes in Professional Sports
17:41 – Mavericks Championship Hopes
18:49 – How to Reach Phillip and Get Mentorship
21:29 – Closing Gratitude and Farewell
Phillip McKibbins
Chief Technology Officer for the Dallas Mavericks
As the Chief Technology Officer for the Dallas Mavericks, Phillip leads the strategic direction and execution of the technology vision, delivering innovative and engaging content across multiple platforms. He has over 30 years of experience in the industry, spanning enterprise architecture, IT infrastructure management, process consulting, technical leadership, and strategic consulting.
He holds an MS in Entertainment Business, an Executive Certificate in the Chief Technology Program from the Wharton School of Business, an Executive Certificate from the PGP program at the McCombs School of Business, a PMP certification, and a CSM certification. These credentials reflect his commitment to continuous learning and excellence in the field of technology. His mission is to create value for the Dallas Mavericks, NBA, and its stakeholders, and to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the technology organization.
