Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations by Bakke, Brandon H.
Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations by Bakke, Brandon H.

Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations

Lessons from the Bench is a powerful playbook for anyone who has ever been part of a...
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Author: Brandon H. Bakke
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations by Bakke, Brandon H.

Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations

$111.99 $59.18
Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations by Bakke, Brandon H.

Lessons From the Bench: Unlocking the Impact of Bench Players on Teams and in Organizations

$111.99 $59.18
Author: Brandon H. Bakke
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description

Lessons from the Bench is a powerful playbook for anyone who has ever been part of a team.

Written by Brandon Bakke, a former Fresno State basketball player under legendary coach Jerry Tarkanian, this book shines a light on the overlooked but vital role of the bench player. Drawing from more than 30 years in athletics, education, and leadership, Bakke shares nine practical lessons that reveal how those outside the spotlight can drive culture, strengthen teams, and create lasting success.

In a world that celebrates star players, this book shows why every team needs the bench. Through stories of resilience, humility, and purpose, Lessons from the Bench equips athletes, coaches, educators, and leaders to:

  • Embrace their role with confidence and clarity
  • Beat "me-ism" and foster a culture of teamwork
  • Lead with character, even when they're not in the spotlight
  • Unlock the full potential of every team member

Whether you're a coach, a business leader, or someone striving to make a difference, Lessons from the Bench will inspire you to step up, contribute with purpose, and help your team find success.



Author: Brandon H. Bakke
Publisher: Brandon Bakke
Published: 03/16/2026
Pages: 236
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d
ISBN: 9798218815493

About the Author
Bakke, Brandon H.: - Brandon Bakke brings a unique perspective to Lessons from the Bench, drawing on more than three decades of experience as a high school and college coach, teacher, and principal, alongside his time as a bench player for Jerry Tarkanian's Fresno State Bulldog basketball team. He is also the author of The Ordinary Extraordinary Soldier, a World War II biography about his grandfather. Through his career in athletics, education, and leadership, Brandon has championed the value of teamwork, character, and relationships.
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