On January 21, 2021 the Philadelphia Eagles hired Nick Sirianni. Hiring Sirianni was risky. He wasn’t a former NFL or Division I player; instead, his playing career was at Division III Mount Union University. He was also young and lacking in experience. Fans and media alike watched his opening presser intently. Unfortunately, he bombed. “It […]
I owe an apology. This is my first article since February, which makes this not much of a “weekly” newsletter. Like the person who leaves the party without saying “goodbye”, I departed without letting anyone know. Before I jump back in, it’s necessary to provide an explanation. Since we last connected, much has happened (which […]
It’s not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes […]
“We’re told we all need to be leaders. The best way to make a movement, if you really care, is to courageously follow and show others how to follow”- Derek Sivers, Leadership Lessons from a Dancing Guy. Below is a three-minute clip that applies to many facets of life. I find it fascinating. Here are […]
I have two things I would like to share. The first, is a quick read which has impacted me greatly. The second is a podcast episode which I enjoyed. The Businessman and the Fisherman At times, I feel horribly ungrateful. In many ways, I’m living a dream. I hit the lottery: great family, friends, and […]
I’m concerned with what I see in youth and high school sports. I’m not trying to be dramatic, I’m really not. Why am I so concerned? I am seeing a culture that focuses so much on the future that the beauty of the present moment is being lost. We are obsessed with the next level. […]
“I don’t do anything special, I just don’t miss.”- Cory Gregory- Fitness Training Expert on his training “secrets.” I saw a video of New York Mets’ shortstop Francisco Lindor, working on his pre-pitch movement. The clip takes place during batting practice. Every time you hear the crack of the bat, Lindor is landing softly on […]
One of my favorite times as a coach is the last game of the year. In all but three times in my 18 years of coaching that has meant a loss. It’s sad. It can feel devastating. But something magical usually occurs. Some player, in all the raw emotion, will embrace me with tears in their eyes […]
Shared Purpose———-Values———-Leadership———-Communication———-Results Most teams or organizations gather around a shared purpose. In sports, it’s often to win a championship. High-level groups do the necessary work to identify their values and use those values, as a guide in the pursuit of the shared purpose. Within the organization are leaders who are the gate keepers of the […]
What are your thoughts on social media? Like most people, I can see the traps. It can be a complete time suck, distort reality, and lead to feelings of inadequacy. If done with intention, however, sites such as Twitter can be great for learning and development. This week, I discovered two videos which shifted my […]