Creating a Culture of Ownership: How leaders can build a system of discipline

(*Part 3 in a three-part series on Ownership) Every team has a Harry.  He is the player who is never plugged into the needs of the team; or his own for that matter. He is that team member who believes he can enjoy reward without effort.  For leaders who have a passion for managing talentContinue reading “Creating a Culture of Ownership: How leaders can build a system of discipline”

OWN IT!: Admit that you are responsible for everything that happens to you

(*Part 2 in a three-part series on Ownership) Taking Responsibility is a tough pill to swallow “You are the product of every decision you ever make.” “Whatever you do, you do to you.” “A man’s life is the result of every choice he ever makes.” “You are (mostly) responsible for everything that happens to you.”Continue reading “OWN IT!: Admit that you are responsible for everything that happens to you”

When Harry decided to Fail: Your off-field lifestyle will predict your professional success

(*Part 1 in a three-part series on Ownership) **Harry’s story I got to know Harry during his final year of school as we were considering offering him a professional contract to attend our academy the following year. He was perhaps one of the most talented young players I had seen at school level, almost beingContinue reading “When Harry decided to Fail: Your off-field lifestyle will predict your professional success”