Indiana Magic 2010

Assistant coaches are the glue. They teach, support, lead, and grind behind the scenes. They build culture, develop players, and lift everyone around them. Celebrate the ones who make great teams possible!

A Nick Saban Masterclass in Coaching. 10 thoughts that define what great coaches do. It all matters. 1. STANDARDS Standards Matter. - They set the Bar. - They set the Tone. Standards are clear and known by all in championship programs. "The expectations are what they are here, and we don't run around talking about them." 2. MEDIOCRITY One of his all-time classic quotes. High achievers separate themselves. You are who you hang with. Hang with the best. "Mediocre people don’t like high achievers and high achievers don’t like mediocre people." 3. TWO PAINS Discipline or Disappointment? A simple choice. "There are two pains in life. There is the pain of discipline and the pain of disappointment. If you can handle the pain of discipline, then you’ll never have to deal with the pain of disappointment." 4. THE PRESENT The great teams live in the present. They live in the now. They control the controllable. "What happened yesterday is history. What happens tomorrow is a mystery. What we do today makes a difference." 5. LOSING The most competitive people hate to lose more than they love to win. It is a separator. "I don't like to lose. I don't expect to lose." 6. RESILIENCY Resilient Teams WIN. They always find a way! "One thing about championship teams is that they’re resilient. No matter what is thrown at them, no matter how deep the hole, they find a way to bounce back and overcome adversity." 7. FOCUS Control YOU. "Eliminate the clutter and all of the things that are going on outside and focus on the things that you can control with how you go about and take care of your business. Take the other team out of the game and make it all about you and what you do." 8. PROCESS The best coaches and teams are process-oriented. The process is always the PRIZE. "Process guarantees success. A good process produces good results." 9. THE HOW The how matters. A lot. Championship teams do not focus on the "what." They focus on "How" they do things. "We're not going to talk about what we're going to accomplish. We're going to talk about how we're going to do it." 10. TIMELINESS Simple, but true. Showing up on time is about commitment. Every day. The little things matter. They lead to big things. "Be on time, because it shows you care." ——- If you like this post, you will love my free weekly newsletter. Great Teams - Better Leaders. Join 12,600+ others who read each week for free. Subscribe below.

Simone Biles reminds us all... "You have to put in the work." A powerful reminder that there are no shortcuts to success. Everything is earned. It takes commitment, dedication, time, and hard work. Ask any Olympian about the "Secret to their Success," and you will get a similar response. Here are 5 Keys to Olympic Glory. 1. Trust the Process: Life unfolds step by step. Embrace every moment. Live in the present. Every stumble is a chance to learn. Champions know that failure is growth, an opportunity to come back stronger. 2. Put in the Work: "No Deposit - NO Return." Embrace hard work, develop your skills, and remember to find joy in the journey. There is no other secret to success than working harder than others. 3. Dedication Fuels Dreams: Dreams are nurtured by the fuel of determination. Do not let others shun your dreams. Dream, commit, and work. A sustained commitment is the ultimate key to success. 4. Consistent Effort: Hard work wins. We must approach goals with unwavering persistence. Consistency isn't always glamorous, but it's the foundation upon which greatness is built. The great ones usually stick with it longer than others. 5. Relentless Pursuit of Excellence: Never settle for anything less than your best. Mediocrity has no place in the quest for greatness. Champions always find ways to grow and improve. Simone Biles' journey isn't just about gymnastics; it's a roadmap for success. _____ Follow me for Actionable Ideas on Coaching, Leadership, Culture, and Teams. Join 12,000+ others who subscribe to my free weekly newsletter. 🏆 Great Teams Better Leaders 123 The link is in my profile.

Great Teams are Committed. - Committed to Each Other - Committed to WE over ME - Committed to Improvement - Committed to Working Hard - Committed to Being Resilient - Committed to Accountability - Committed to a Positive Attitude Committed Teams WIN.