COMING SOON….

Everybody wants to win.

The question is this:

Are you ready to win?

This book is the blueprint that shows you how to make it happen.

Coming November 2024

Everybody wants to win, but are you ready? 

In Ready to Win, Coach Matthew Mitchell, a three-time SEC Coach of the Year and the winningest head coach in University of Kentucky women's basketball history, shares his transformative Winning Tools principles. These principles, honed through his extensive experience, are not just for the basketball court. They are for professionals in any field, offering a powerful source of inspiration and motivation, making you a part of this winning journey. 

In this book, you will discover how preparation is essential for success in any field, not just sports. Mitchell explains the critical steps of his preparation process, which include mindset development, goal setting, strategic preparation, meticulous execution, and systemization. These principles have led athletes to peak performance and empowered leaders across various industries to achieve their professional and personal goals. By following these practical steps, you too can unlock your potential and achieve your goals. 

Through engaging stories and practical advice, Mitchell not only highlights the importance of character-based leadership but also inspires with his own journey. He shows how anyone can apply these Winning Tools to their lives. Whether you're leading a team, managing a project, or looking to inspire those around you, Ready to Win provides the playbook for success. Discover how to lay solid foundations for progress and prosperity, guided by honesty, hard work, and discipline, and be inspired to take the next step in your own journey. 

about the book

PART I: PREPARATION mindset 

  • Chapter 1: Preparation Mindset 

  • Chapter 2: Excellence is it’s own reward 

  • Chapter 3: Commitment to constant preparation 

PART II: CLARITY & GOALS

  • Chapter 4: Preparation Strategy 

  • Chapter 5: Executing Detailed Preparation Strategy I 

  • Chapter 6: Executing Detailed Preparation Strategy II 

PART III: SYSTEMIZING SUCCESS 

  • Chapter 7: Systemizing your preparation 

  • Chapter 8: Are you ready to prepare hard?

  • Chapter 9: Bringing It All Together with the 7-Day Preparation Activator 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Leadership coach, mentor, and speaker Matthew Mitchell is a three-time SEC Coach of the Year and the winningest head coach in the history of the University of Kentucky women’s basketball program. He established the Winning Tools principles as the foundation for his teams’ success. Mitchell’s focus on the fundamentals led to seven twenty-five-plus winning seasons and UK’s first SEC Championship in thirty years. 

Mitchell now helms the Winning Tools leadership platform, sharing the proven value of these principles with high-level leaders and teams. He and his wife, Jenna, founded the Mitchell Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization that benefits Lexington charities. 

  • “I highly recommend Ready to Win to anyone who wants to be the best prepared person in the room. Great preparation is foundational for true success, and in this book Matthew shares a clear and powerful framework that reveals exactly how it’s done. A book you will refer to again and again."

    John C. Maxwell, internationally recognized leadership expert, speaker, coach, and author who has sold over 19 million books.

  • “This book offers insightful strategies and practical advice that empower leaders to navigate complex challenges and inspire their teams to achieve extraordinary results. A must-read for anyone aspiring to lead with confidence and purpose.”

    Dawn Staley, 3-time National Championship Coach & Basketball Hall of Fame Member

  • “Matthew’s book is spot-on when it comes to the pivotal role of preparation in achieving consistent success. This book is a great read and a guide for anyone looking to become a better leader.”

    Mark Stoops, the winningest coach in the University of Kentucky Football history and 2019 SEC Coach of the Year

  • “I have valued Matthew as a friend and colleague for over 20 years. His latest book, Ready to Win, gives any leader or aspiring leader the fundamental tools for the best path for sustained success with any opportunity or challenge that you face.”

    Greg Byrne, Director of Athletics at University of Alabama