What Great Teams Get Right | Bob Kesling on Leadership, Trust & Legacy

What separates a talented team from a truly great one?

Trevor Gunter of PYA Waltman Capital sits down with longtime Voice of the Vols Bob Kesling for a wide-ranging conversation about the qualities that build successful teams, strong leaders, and lasting legacies.

Drawing from more than 25 years calling Tennessee athletics, Bob shares stories and lessons from some of the players, coaches, and teams he watched up close throughout his career.

From Hendon Hooker stepping into his opportunity at quarterback to the unforgettable 1985 Sugar Bowl team, Rick Barnes' approach to accountability, and the importance of preparation behind the scenes, the conversation explores what happens long before game day that ultimately determines success.

Trevor and Bob also discuss the parallels between sports, business, and financial planning. Trust, discipline, preparation, accountability, adaptability, and leadership matter whether you're building a championship team, leading an organization, or working toward long-term financial goals.

The conversation closes with Bob's perspective on legacy and why he believes it isn't something you define for yourself. It's built through the way you work, the example you set, and the impact you have on the people around you.

Watch more: Explore more conversations with Bob Kesling and the PYA Waltman Capital team in our Bob Kesling playlist.