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Coach Pete Carroll: Always Compete, Win Forever

Episode 68


Join us on the Matthews Mentality Podcast as we sit down with legendary football coach Pete Carroll. Currently the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, Pete Carroll is the only coach to have won both a Super Bowl and two NCAA national championships. Known for his win forever mindset and competitive spirit, Coach Carroll delves into his philosophy on building winning cultures, overcoming adversity, and maintaining excellence. Whether you're a sports fan or a leader in any field, this episode offers invaluable insights into high-performance leadership and the relentless pursuit of greatness.



GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT

To celebrate the release of this episode, we’re launching a special giveaway inspired by Pete’s playbook: competition, mindset, and connection.


Prize 1: A signed jersey from 4x Pro Bowl defensive star Maxx Crosby – a symbol of elite performance and relentless energy.


Prize 2: A mindset toolkit – Apple AirPods Pro (4th Gen) with Active Noise Cancellation + Meta AI Smart Glasses to help you think fast and stay focused.


How to Enter (complete all steps):

1️⃣ Subscribe to the Matthews Mentality Podcast on YouTube:    / @kylematthewsceo   (existing subscribers are eligible)

2️⃣ Comment on our giveaway post on Instagram and tag a friend who would enjoy this episode

3️⃣ Follow @kylematthewsceo on Instagram (existing followers are eligible)


Two winners will be selected at random. The first winner drawn gets to choose between the Maxx Crosby signed jersey and the tech bundle (AirPods + Meta AI Smart Glasses). The second winner will receive the remaining prize.


Giveaway closes Friday, June 27 at 11:59 p.m. ET


Winners will be contacted via Instagram DM during the week of June 30, 2025


No purchase necessary. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. states & D.C., age 18+. Void where prohibited. Limit one (1) entry per person. You must complete all steps during the giveaway period to qualify. Both new and existing subscribers/followers are eligible. Sponsor: Matthews Real Estate Investment Services™, 1600 West End Ave., Suite 1500, Nashville, TN 37203.


This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram, YouTube, Meta, Apple, Spotify, Pete Carroll, Maxx Crosby, the Las Vegas Raiders, the Pro Bowl, or the NFL.


🔗 See full official rules here: thematthewsmentalitypodcast.com/giveaway


Show Notes:

00:00 Introduction: Can You Be True to Yourself?

00:38 Welcoming Coach Pete Carroll

01:16 Pete Carroll's Leadership Philosophy

02:19 Building a Competitive Culture

03:40 The Importance of Competition

06:15 Discovering Personal Philosophy

13:24 The Win Forever Mentality

17:35 Teaching the Next Generation

22:52 Graduation Reflections and Emotional Moments

24:14 Spring Ball and Open Competition

25:45 Leadership Lessons and Building Teams

30:51 Grit and Overcoming Adversity

37:16 The Drive for Continuous Improvement

40:59 Final Thoughts and Gratitude



 
 
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