Monday, October 20, 2014

Characteristics of Greatness



To be an effective leader you must know Why you are doing something.
Then you have to know What you want to do.  What is your vision?
Next is planning HOW you are going to do it.
Don Yaeger's 16 Characteristics of Greatness shows us HOW great leaders think, prepare, work and live. 

Leadership is about influencing people.  People follow leaders based on their character and skill set. You can go to Don's website and learn in more detail about each characteristic or sign up for his free monthly newsletter that talks more about each characteristic.  Make sure you are spending time developing and protecting your culture everyday!!


How They Think

  1.  It’s Personal

    They hate to lose more than they love to win.
  2.  Rubbing Elbows

    They understand the value of association.
  3.  Believe

    They have faith in a higher power.
  4.  Contagious Enthusiasm

    They are positive thinkers… They are enthusiastic… and that enthusiasm rubs off.

    How They Prepare

  5.  Hope For the Best, But…

    They prepare for all possibilities before they step on the field.
  6.  What Off-Season?

    They are always working towards the next game…
  7.  Visualize Victory

    They see victory before the game begins.
  8.  Inner Fire

    They use adversity as fuel.

    How They Work

  9.  Ice In Their Veins

    They are risk-takers and don’t fear making a mistake.
  10.  When All Else Fails

    They know how – and when – to adjust their game plan.
  11.  Ultimate Teammate

    They will assume whatever role is necessary for the team to win.

    How They Live

  12.  Not Just About the Benjamins

    They don’t play just for the money.
  13.  Do Unto Others

    They know character is defined by how they treat those who cannot help them.
  14.  When No One Is Watching

    They are comfortable in the mirror… they live their life with integrity.
  15.  When Everyone Is Watching

    They embrace the idea of being a role model.
  16.  Records Are Made to Be Broken

    They know their legacy isn’t what they did on the field. They are well-rounded.

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