Giving Back: A Leadership Lesson From Oliver Gibson
I had the great opportunity of listening to Oliver Gibson last month at a Hall of Fame induction in Joliet.…
Better Left Unsaid?
“I’m the best player in the world.” This is what LeBron James said at the post game press conference after…
Mentors Often a Success Factor
I recently read an article addressing high school basketball players in Philadelphia. It stated that the mainstream media concentrates only…
Gordie’s Legacy
On April 14th, 1926 God gave us a gift -- and what an incredible gift it was. Other than…
Four Leadership Characteristics of Frank Kaminsky
Frank Kaminsky just completed a great year for the University of Wisconsin’s basketball team, culminating with the most prestigious award…
Commitment as a Linchpin of Leadership
Vince Lombardi had definitive ideas about commitment when he wrote: “Total commitment means 100% effort, 100% of the time, no…
Let’s Play Two Today! Leadership Lessons from Ernie Banks
We lost a sports icon earlier this year in Ernie Banks. As I listened to the speakers at his funeral…
Dean
You know you have achieved when you are known only by your first name. In basketball circles, if you say…
Team Stats Trump Individual Stats
Golfer Padraig Harrington recently said, “Statistics are often used as a drunk uses a street light – for support rather…
Must Trust Be Earned?
Do you trust people when you meet them? Or do you make them prove themselves to be trustworthy until you…