In her MasterClass, Robin Roberts discusses communication, the need for authenticity and clear messaging.
What is our message? How do our priorities reflect the message? Every coach has a different message, just as each has a unique personality. If the coaching message conflicts with the expectations of the group or individuals, address it early.
Share powerful messages:
"Excellence is our only agenda." - Anson Dorrance, UNC Women's Soccer Coach, 23 National Championships
"Do your job." - Bill Belichick, 6 Super Bowl Titles as Head Coach, 2 as Coordinator
"Be the change that you want to see in the world." - Gandhi
"Basketball is sharing." - Phil Jackson
"We cannot become what we want by remaining what we are." - Max Depree
"LATTE." - Starbucks (Listen, acknowledge, thank the customer, take care of it, share.)
"FAA" "Focus and act aggressively." - Bob Woodward, Investigative Journalist
"Never be a child's last coach."
"Everyone can't be a great player. Everyone can be a great teammate."
“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” - James Clear
Our playing experience reveals many different coaching styles and substances. Coaches tend to be "task-oriented" or "relationship-oriented" but nobody succeeds without elements of both.
The people that our players become are our greatest contribution.
Lagniappe: Separate yourself when nobody is watching.
