Gratitude

A message about gratitude might be odd timing as tryouts approach. Or not.

Coach Dick Bennett distributed material to his players including five priorities:

• Passion (purpose)
• Unity 
• Servant leadership
• Humility
• Thankfulness (gratitude)

My acronym for Coach Bennett's approach is PUSH-T (push through).

During the run up to the Olympics, USA Men's Basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski gathered his elite players together at practice. He told them to picture the one person most responsible for their being there. That brought tears to NBA stars. 

When they returned to their rooms, their USA uniform was displayed out on their bed. How motivated do you think they were in that moment? 

Gratitude adds fuel. 

Make a difference, just as people have made a difference for you.