This post from Coach Starkey discusses reading.
Kevin Eastman, Vice President of Basketball Operations for the LA Clippers, reads at least two hours a day. Over three months, he notes that gives him 180 hours of information and knowledge over a non-reader. Eastman notes in Starkey's article:
Steve Forbes, entrepreneur, reads at least fifty pages a day.
John Calipari, cited in Coach Starkey's post, says he usually has three books going at a time.
As coaches, we model behaviors for our players and their families. What kind of model do you want to establish.
I recently finished Black Box Thinking.
Currently, I'm reading:
Stronger: Develop the Resilience You Need to Succeed
The Daily Trading Coach - 101 Lessons for Becoming Your Own Trading Psychologist
I'm reviewing highlights from: Tuesday Morning Coaching
On deck I have: Management Secrets of the New England Patriots
I believe in creeping incrementalism. Become a little better every day. Track your progress. Control what we can control - our attitude (The Positive Dog), beliefs (recommendations based on facts and best practices), and values leading to better choices.
Over forty percent of Americans do not read one book in a year. They are being left behind by the Information Age.