Colby Trojan Softball

Phil Jackson said, "As a leader your job is to do everything in your power to create the perfect conditions for success by benching your ego and inspiring your team to play the game the right way." Leadership takes humility. It takes selflessness to put the team first. Great leaders empower others. They believe in the ability to serve the team. 7 Behaviors to Master Servant Leadership: 1. You Put the Team First It isn't about what you can accomplish, but asking what can we accomplish together. Ask yourself what can we build together that is special and can last? Prioritizing the needs and goals of the team over personal ambitions, ensure decisions benefit the group as a whole. 2. You Listen and Get Feedback Listen to everyone and get their feedback by asking the question, "What do you think?" By getting feedback, you are showing the team that you value their opinions and giving them a voice to be heard. You are also making more informed decisions based on the collective group. 3. You Empower and Let Go This is the art of letting go as a leader. You have to have faith and trust in your team. Empower them, love them, and care for them. You have to be smart, tough, and use good judgment. It should be easy to serve and as a result, your team builds confidence and competence. 4. You're Aware and Help Those in Need It’s easy to just sit back and wait around, but you need to take action. Spend time learning about your team and asking questions on where you can improve. This creatives a supportive and empathetic culture because people know you care. 5. You Take Responsibility and Ownership As a leader, responsibility and ownership starts with you. You are the model for the team's outcomes, good and bad. You set the standard and lead by example showing the everyone the importance of learning and growth. Setting a positive example promotes a high standard of ethics and professionalism within the team, inspiring others to emulate these behaviors. 6. You Build the Team and Community It shouldn't just be about yourself, but it should be about the team. You should have a great attitude, be collaborative, and work together. If you can help each other accomplish what you need then you have a chance to be great. This strengthens team bonds and fosters a sense of belonging, which can lead to higher engagement and better team performance. "The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team." - Phil Jackson