9 Inspirational Leadership Quotes From Billy Beane, Robert Griffin III, and Dwight Howard

“The bigger the gap between the haves and have-nots, the more the have-nots have to take bigger risks.” – Billy Beane

There were some great leadership quotes contained in this week’s editions of the USA Today that all leaders need to put in their toolbox.  As a bonus, I’m also including the latest statistics from the FCC on social media and technology.  Enjoy!

February 22nd – Robert Griffin III on the NFL Combine

  • Maturity – “This is a business trip.  I’m the CEO of Griffin Enterprises.  It’s my job to sell my product.”
  • Trust Your Experience – “The more you play, the better you’re going to get…I learned to trust my eyes.”
  • Perspective – “They say that home is where you spend Christmas.”
  • Stability – “They’ve (my parents) done a great job keeping me grounded.” 
  • Pleasure – “I’m getting ready to go to the only combine in my life…I want to take in the whole experience.”

February 23rd – Oakland A’s GM Billy Beane

  • Reality – “We do it (trade players) because we have no other choice.”
  • Risk – “The bigger the gap between the haves and have-nots, the more the have-nots have to take bigger risks.”

February 24th – Social Media Statistics

  • 54% of visitors to social networks and blogs are women.
  • 53% of tablet owners are men.
  • 18-34 years old know as “Generation C” because they are constantly connected, make up 23% of the U.S. population.  However, they make up 39% of the smart phone users and 33% of the tablet owners.
  • Whites account for 61% of smartphone users and 60% of tablet owners.  Hispanics are the next largest group17% and 15% respectfully.
  • African-Americans have the highest percentage of talk times on their smartphones.
  • 100 million Americans do not have high speed internet service in their home. “We can’t afford to have a third of the country left out of the broadband economy.  Getting online is a necessity, not a convenience.” – FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski

February 24th – Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard

  • Results – “Branding is great.  It looks good for the long run (being in a high profile city).  But winning is what makes players great.”
  • Responsibility – “This is my job.  This is what I do – dominate night in and night out.”

Leaders, what are your thoughts on these statements?

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Brian Dodd

Brian Dodd is the author and content coordinator for Brian Dodd On Leadership. In addition to overseeing this site's content, Brian is Director of New Ministry Partnerships for INJOY Stewardship Solutions where he helps churches develop cultures of generosity. Brian has also authored the critically-acclaimed book The 10 Indispensable Practices Of The 2-Minute Leader.