You never have enough leaders. Therefore, a systemized process for leadership development is key to the sustainability of any organization. Click the video below for 83 seconds of leadership greatness from Coach Nick Saban. After watching, I will provide an 8-Step Process for Leadership Development I gleaned from his staff meeting. 1. Communicate with Clarity, […]
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The Ultimate Nick Saban Leadership Resource Library
The Statement On Wednesday afternoon, the leadership and football communities were surprised with the following statement from legendary head coach Nick Saban: “The University of Alabama has been a very special place to Terry and me. We have enjoyed every minute of our 17 years being the head coach at Alabama as well as becoming […]
7 Things You or Your Organization Need to Get a Miracle – Lessons from the 2023 Iron Bowl “Gravedigger” Play
You cannot plan for a miracle but you can prepare for one. If you or your organization needs a miracle, the November 25, 2023 Iron Bowl matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers gave us a template on how to potentially receive one. Let me paint the picture. Trailing 24-20, Alabama had driven […]
12 Leadership Lessons from Coach Nick Saban’s Definition of Mental Toughness
Leadership requires toughness. It requires physical toughness (stamina), mental toughness (discipline), emotional toughness, and competitive toughness. Recently, legendary Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban spoke to his team on the subject of toughness. A video of that session is provided below. Coach Saban Talks Mental Toughness https://t.co/XLU69O911p — InsideBamaRecruiting Alabama Football (@RTRnews) February 3, […]
10 Reasons Why Nick Saban Thinks Bryce Young Is A Special Leader
Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban is not one to give out compliments easily. But after this past weekend’s 20-19 victory over the Texas Longhorns, he was overly-generous with praise when asked about his star quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young. So what would make Coach Saban, who comes across as someone who is […]
10 Leadership Lessons From Nick Saban On Longevity And Staying Relevant As A Leader
This Halloween, legendary Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban will turn 71 years old, but it appears he is only getting started. This will be his 16th season at Alabama and he just signed a $93.6 million contract extension through the 2030 season. In this ESPN article written by Chris Low, Coach Saban gives […]
10 Signs You Have Become Too Comfortable As A Leader
A common leadership axiom is leaders must become comfortable being uncomfortable. What this means is growth happens when you stretch beyond your comfort zone. Being uncomfortable is where you learn new things, have new thoughts, meet new people, and experience new things. Uncomfortable leaders get stronger, smarter, more experienced and talented. Unfortunately, this is not […]
Nick Saban’s Two Most Important Words About Creating Value for Yourself
“People are looking for reasons not to pick you. They’re looking for reasons not to hire you. So don’t give anyone a reason to say, ‘BUT.’ That’s the only way you can create value for yourself.” —Alabama Crimson Tide Head Coach Nick Saban ***Note*** The following is an excerpt from my new book 2021: The […]
Nick Saban on Henry Ruggs, a Lack of Leadership, Poor Preparation, and Not Taking Advantage of Opportunity to Create Value for Yourself
As a society, we have been cheated by having Nick Saban as a football coach. Sure, he has provided countless hours of entertainment and the type of young men he has produced during his career cannot be quantified. However, can you imagine if Nick Saban was a scientist or United States president? Our country and […]
Nick Saban’s Epic Pre-Thanksgiving Rant Reveals 6 Things About Self-Absorbed People
Coach Nick Saban’s News Conferences Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban has long demonstrated that when he does a news conference, it’s his news conference. It’s not the media’s. It’s not the school’s. Nor is it the networks. It is his opportunity to get his message out to the players, public, administration, and fans. […]
How To Know You Have Been Leading Your Team Effectively
An Unexpected Diagnosis On Wednesday November 20, 2020, the University of Alabama’s athletic department announced its head football coach Nick Saban had tested positive for COVID-19. The first concern was for the health of the 69-year-old head coach. He would be fine but still need to be placed into quarantine. The attention then turned to […]
“This Is NOT A Democracy” and 5 Lessons On Creating A Winning Culture From Nick Saban’s Epic Rant
The Press Conference Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban is famous for using his press conferences to target messages to individual players, the team, the media, the fans, or any other group who needs addressing at a particular moment. Do not be confused, the media and its questions are not driving the flow of […]