How you respond to the challenge in the second half will determine what you become after the game, whether you are a winner or a loser.
Lou HoltzRead
Don't ever ask a player to do something he doesn't have the ability to do. He'll just question your ability as a coach, not his as an athlete.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A coach should only ask players to perform tasks they are capable of, otherwise their credibility may be doubted.
This quote emphasizes the importance of understanding the capabilities of individuals in a leadership position. It highlights that a leader, in this case a coach, must carefully consider what they ask of their team members; if they set unattainable expectations, it reflects poorly on their own leadership skills rather than the abilities of the team members.
Themes
LeadershipCoachingAbilityExpectationsCredibilityTeam
In practice
Example use cases
Coaches can use this quote during a team meeting to emphasize realistic goal setting.
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