Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Fundamentals of Leadership for Players

Hat tip: Larry McKenzie


"Leaders make leaders."

The best teams have "player-led" leadership. Think of the Celtics and Bill Russell, the Red Sox and David Ortiz, the Patriots and Tom Brady.

A lot goes into leadership. Titles are not leadership. Leadership arises from communication and action. As Coach Saban would say, leaders do what they have to do and don't do what they know they shouldn't do. Develop leadership 'tools'. 

"The list is too big." Consolidate. 

1. Model excellence. Show your commitment, preparation, and effort. 

2. Serve. 

  • Constantly ask, "how can I help?" 
  • Brad Stevens asks, "what does my team need today?"

3. Be accountable. Leadership is accountability, holding yourself and your team to a high standard. If you're on the bench, ask "if I get called in, what's my plan to impact winning?"

Lagniappe. AI will be an important part of your productivity landscape. Compile and master the tools. 









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