For this week I think I am going to combine my favorite quote and the "Question Of The Week" into the same post. So, all you need do is list your own favorite quote from the chapter and answer the question in the same "comment".
Hopefully that makes sense...
"Actions trump words, and your values must be visible if they are to have an impact on those you lead... Your behavior as a leader - WHAT YOU DO - creates the environment in which the team functions." (pp 74-75)
It took me too long to realize that those I was striving to lead followed best when they saw in me an example worth following. Through HS and into college I thought that because of my position as long as I told people what needed to be done they would take my word for it and do it. Sometimes they did, but the more I was put into a position of leadership the more I realized the truth in the old adage "Your actions speak louder than your words". It was amazing to me to see that if I took the initiative and did what needed to be done to the best of my ability, those I was leading would usually do the same. However if I would merely tell those I was leading to do what needed to be done, they would only contribute the amount of effort they saw me putting in.
What I said had some impact, and what you say will too. Words can be powerful motivators, but without the actions to back them they are powerful for only a very short time. To have a lasting impact (ie throughout the season, or throughout the year) your actions must be something others can look to as an example.
So that brings me to my question...
In whatever arena you're going to be participating (you may have to answer this differently if you are involved in multiple venues) 1. What are two or three SPECIFIC GOALS you want those you are leading to achieve, and 2. what are some SPECIFIC ACTIONS that will help guide those you are leading to those goals?
Have a good week!
Chris
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Goals for the team:
ReplyDelete1. Realizing the importance of doing everything at one hundred percent effort.
2. Rejoice in being able to play and have fun, regardless of the final score.
Once again, leading by example will be my best option, so taking every drill and every practice with seriousness and giving it my all will speak to the team. I can push myself to my limit everyday to emphasize the power of effort. This, added with joy for the game, can help achieve my goals. If I can be happy to be out on the field with my friends and remember that the game was created to have fun, I'll be golden.
I like the quote where Wooden says, "I sought character in players rather than players who were characters." I think it's cool because we all want to be remembered for being unique characters. Although the most funny, the most talented, the most popular, etc. are often sought after so strongly, we tend to forget character. We should strive to be the one with amazing character above all else.
My goals
ReplyDelete1. Always giving 100%
2. Improving on last year's incredible season.
Hard work and effort are the best ways to achieve these goals.
"Character counts and values matter. And you, the leader, set the standard for both in your organization." This quote shows the necessity of leading by example. The leader sets teh tone for everyone involved.