8/11/25
On bad teams nobody leads. On average teams, coaches lead. On elite teams, players lead. – PJ Fleck
August 11, 2025
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After every game, I used to ask Michael Jordan one question: 5, 6, or 7? As in, what time are we hitting the gym tomorrow morning? No matter what happened the night before—good game, bad game, soreness, fatigue—he was up working out every morning while most other guys slept. Interesting how the guy with the most talent and success spent more time working out than anyone else. – Tim Grover, Michael’s Trainer
Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. – Calvin Coolidge
Relational authority refers to a form of influence and leadership that stems from strong, positive relationships built on trust, respect, and mutual understanding, rather than from formal titles or positions. It’s about earning authority through your actions, character, and the quality of your interactions with others. – Brian Brault
