Shawn Michaels' Leadership Style Revealed by Former WWE NXT Star Andre

Shawn Michaels' Leadership Style Revealed by Former WWE NXT Star Andre Chase

Former WWE NXT star Andre Chase has shared what it's like having Shawn Michaels as a boss, describing the 'Heartbreak Kid' as a leader who still loves the business.

What happened?

Andre Chase, the leader of Chase University, spent his entire WWE career at the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. From February 2021, to his release following WrestleMania 42, Chase worked with WWE Hall of Famer, and current creative head of "NXT," Shawn Michaels.

Why it matters for Shawn Michaels

Chase explained that Michaels once told him he was his biggest fan, and he shared a bit more on "The Wrestling Classic" what it was like having the "Heartbreak Kid" as a boss. "It's super cool, because Shawn's still, he's the boss, right? He's definitely the boss," Chase said.

What comes next?

Chase has previously said that he was never meant to wrestle in WWE, just coach. He explained it was Michaels who initially asked him at a live event at the Performance Center why he wasn't wrestling on television. Michaels took up the creative helm at the WWE "PC" in 2021 following his real-life best friend, Paul "Triple H" Levesque's medical issues that required him to step away for a time.

Shawn Michaels started working at the "PC" as a coach in 2016, and became a writer and producer for the developmental brand's weekly television show in 2018. Chase said that Michaels is still one of the boys at heart, and loves the business. He still wants to talk about Mid-South [Wrestling] and other topics with Chase during rehearsals and in the kitchen.

Chase has witnessed Michaels blow up on occasion, but also seen him in a more relaxed state, talking about the business with him. "He's still one of the boys at heart," Chase said. "He loves the business. He still wants to talk about the business."

The impact on WWE NXT

Chase's experience working under Michaels has given him a unique perspective on the WWE creative process. He has seen Michaels' passion for the business firsthand, and has learned from him as a leader and a creative force.

Shawn Michaels' leadership style has been shaped by his years of experience in the wrestling industry. As a Hall of Famer and current creative head of NXT, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. His ability to balance being a boss with being one of the boys has created a positive and productive work environment for Chase and other WWE NXT stars.

The fact that Michaels is still passionate about the business and wants to talk about it with Chase and other WWE NXT stars is a testament to his dedication to the industry. He is a true leader and a creative force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling.

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