Do you read your press clippings? Do you enjoy it a little too much when people are complimenting you? Do you talk more about your successful past than your bright future? This is not uncommon for leaders who have experienced success. However, staying hungry and being a continual learner are disciplines every leader must develop […]
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14 Leadership Quotes From Jim And John Harbaugh’s Super Bowl Press Conference
Brian Dodd on February 2, 2013 in Sports Leadership
As a parent I cannot imagine the emotions going through Jack and Jackie Harbaugh as they watch their sons Jim and John coach their respective teams in this year’s Super Bowl. I would think the term “proud” does not even begin to scratch the surface of their emotions. On Friday, Jim, coaching the San Francisco […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of January 28th
Brian Dodd on February 1, 2013 in Church Leadership, Family, Great Teams, Performance, Sports Leadership
The following are the Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of January 28th. With the Super Bowl being played this weekend, several posts focused on building great teams and what is needed for sustainable success. Also, the interview with Andy Stanley explaining his interactions with President Obama is one of the most insightful […]
16 Leadership Quotes and Lessons From NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
Brian Dodd on February 5, 2011 in Character, Performance, Sports Leadership
 As NFL Commissioner, Roger Goodell is the most powerful man in sports. He is an Apex Leader. Peter King profiled Goodell in the February 7th edition of Sports Illustrated. The following are the quotes and applications leaders can all take from the article. Leaders Want Information Before It Is Made Public – You can’t leapfrog leaders. […]
What Church and Business Leaders Can Learn About Success From The Pittsburgh Steelers
Brian Dodd on January 25, 2011 in Character, Church Leadership, Generosity, Great Teams, Sports Leadership
The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most successful model franchises there is, regardless of the industry. With yesterday’s 24-19 AFC Championship win over the New York Jets, the Steelers advanced to their record-tying 8th Super Bowl. “Build from within, trust tradition – and strike hard.” Those are the words of Sports Illustrated’s Peter King in the magazine’s January […]
6 Ways To Be The “Starr” Of Your Organization
Brian Dodd on July 26, 2010 in Performance, Sports Leadership
I am currently reading ESPN‘s Sal Paolantonio’s book How Football Explains America. If you’re looking for a book that gives context to the history and formation of the modern NFL, it is a quality resource. One of the book’s most interesting sections is the recap of the career of Green Bay Packers quarterback Bart Starr. Here […]