Hi, I'm Lisa!
and I build high-performance cultures and leaders. Using the same elite frameworks I’ve used to compete and coach at the highest levels of professional sports, I help executives and entrepreneurs bridge the gap between 'great' and 'undisputable.' We don't just aim for success; we architect the discipline, mental toughness, and strategic execution required to dominate your industry.
I don't just coach leaders; I build champions.
Most people think the transition from the WNBA to the corporate boardroom is a leap. I see it as a lateral move. Whether you are hitting a game-winning three-pointer or closing a multi-million dollar deal, the mechanics of elite performance are identical: Mental toughness, strategic execution, and the refusal to settle for 'good enough.'
I’ve spent my life mastering the art of the 'Slight Edge.' Now, I give that edge to the world’s most ambitious executives and organizations.
Hi, I'm Lisa!
and I help high performing leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives connect with others, package their expertise, maximize their message in a book and help them use their book to grow and expand their business.
Leadership Specialist | Professional Speaker
Lisa C. Willis is a specialist in the field of leadership development. She exemplifies the championship mindset compiling an impressive track record during her stellar athletic career. Lisa C. travels the world teaching corporations elite business strategies so they may gain and maintain the slight edge advantage, stay highly competitive and accelerate performance.
Lisa C. was the 5th pick in the first round of the 2006 WNBA draft, playing four seasons until 2010 after retiring due to a knee injury. After her injury, Lisa C. emerged as one of the most requested women’s empowerment speakers, teaching her Leadership Pillars That Elevate Performance.
Lisa C. is a WNBA 3-point Leader, Latvian (European) National Champion and the first woman to coach in the New York Knicks Basketball Franchise. Lisa C. is a USA Team Gold Medalist and a UCLA women’s basketball multi-record holder performing at high levels on and off the court. Lisa C., Amazon Bestselling author of “When the Buzzer Sounds: A guide to transition players from the court to life after hoops”, helps current and former athletes feel empowered by their playing experiences so they may emerge as leaders. She also uses elite mental and emotional performance strategies to help corporations and associations to not only achieve their goals, but to crush them.
The "Performance Record": Elite by Design
You are P.O.W.E.R.F.U.L. beyond measure.
Success at the highest level isn't a stroke of luck; it’s a repeatable system of elite execution. I have spent my career operating in the top 1% of the top 1%, and I bring that "Locker Room Standard" to every leader, athlete, and organization I partner with.
Lisa C. is a top service provider to some of the biggest corporate brands in the world like, Essence Magazine, Chase Bank, Nike, Inc (NBA Associate Developer, Apparel), New York Knicks, Dantli Corp and many other small, medium and large sized corporations.
Lisa C. is a frequent contributor to prime time media networks sharing her expertise on topics like leadership, team sports and the psychology of achievement. She has made appearances throughout the country on media outlets such as Bloomberg, Essence Magazine, Currency Conversations, Fox News, CBS New, NBC News, Sports Illustrated, USA Today, Madison Square Garden TV, House of Highlights, Washington Post, NBA TV and the LA Times just to name a few.
Lisa C. has recognized organizations' lack the mental toughness, grit and game plan to become a winning team and decided to do something about it. Through speaking, trainings and workshops Lisa C. shares and implements the elite mentality to execute the game plan.
Speak to Lisa C. Willis today to get the mental toughness needed to CRUSH your goals.
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