Linda Tong | Elevating Teams Through Mindfulness

In this episode, our host Preethy Padmanabhan sits down with Linda Tong — CEO at Webflow — to explore the profound leadership lessons from Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson. 💫

Linda reflects on Jackson’s transformative journey with the Bulls — from introducing the zen approach to building ego-less, high-performing teams through mindfulness, presence, and “invisible coaching.” She breaks down the principles that shaped her own leadership style — putting WE before ME, visualizing like a champion, staying calm under pressure, and preparing mentally for tough seasons.

Through Linda’s lens, we dive into what it means to build teams rooted in trust, cultivate a culture that embraces vulnerability and focus, and lead from a place of clarity rather than control. Her insights offer a powerful look at how mindfulness can unlock 10X growth for modern organizations.