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“If Pele had been born in the jungles of Borneo and somebody had given him a soccer ball, he’d have eaten the bloody thing!”
Thus was I introduced at a coaching clinic in England, to the notion that great athletes, even god-like soccer players such as the great Pele, were not born with skill. Read More
Enjoyed the Blog, Many
Enjoyed the Blog,
Many points sounded out loud and clear. I agree with the feelings and experiences of dealing with the 'entitled ones', they set forth special challenges for any team leader. When looking for selflessness and commitment to team causes, it's the mentor or role model that often has the link or connection to pass ownership and ambition of the selfless team role to the individual. As a Boss or supervisor its often seen as 'his or her expectation and set of rules' not the individuals. I have noticed that once key individuals in the peer group or team start to adopt a dedicated selfless approach often they can have a strong effect on the group. This wave of commitment can reach individuals that previously have missed the boat from other sources especially if the balance of internal power swings towards those key people and they are the ones seen to be sailing the vessel. The Role model or mentor may only need to set the course, attend as it moves and watch for the wind (as you say)and any stormy weather with a view to reaching all the group and preparing them to not just be on board but to also sail. Its picking those 'unoffical' key people that maybe the skill to getting the team sailing.
From the Dugout whats your experience with these kind of issues?
LB
PS
I am a big fan of Elvis Patel
From the Dugout
Well done Brian!
I wish you could impart some of your theories and techniques onto the England Soccer Coach!!!
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