As a coach, my philosophy is "share something great." For example:
- Books
- Philosophy
- Quotes
- Learning Strategies
- How not to repeat painful losses
Everyone decides:
- What we want
- What that will take
- Can we pay that price?
1. Surround yourself with great people.
Find mentors, your Personal Board of Directors. "You lie down with dogs you get fleas."
2. Traffic in Specifics.
"Do the right things, the right way, every time." Young people don't know what that means. Explain this is what I'm going to tell you, explain it, and close the loop by asking them to explain it. And keep doing that process.
3. "The Power of Negative Thinking"
Live "via negativa." Avoid traps - bad people, alcohol and substance abuse, risky behaviors - selfies on cliffs, free climbing, fast or distracted driving. "Physics is real."
4. "Do hard better."
Focus. Plan. Write your plan. Build great habits like punctuality, preparation, reading, and gratitude. "The wind blows hardest at the top of the mountain."
5. Avoid complacency.
Chop wood, carry water. Don't go back to the fundamentals. Never leave. Do the work with attention to detail every day. Sweat. Persist. Inspire.
You might say, "that is all simple." Simple is hard.
Lagniappe. Rolf Dobelli's "The Not To Do List" has a multitude of wisdom. Chapter 13... "Don't get involved in other people's drama." Drama kills teamwork. Your teammates are your sisters. How do you treat your sisters?
The Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
The Silver Rule: "Do NOT do unto others as you would not have them do unto you."
