A leader sees greatness in other people. He nor she can be much of a leader if all she sees is herself.
Maya AngelouRead
No one is bigger than the team. You're going to be on time, you're going play hard, you're going to know your job and you're going to know when to pass and shoot. If you can't do those four things you're not getting time here and we don't care who you are.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Teamwork and commitment are essential for success in any group effort.
This quote emphasizes the importance of teamwork over individual talent in achieving success. It conveys that every member of a team must be punctual, committed, knowledgeable, and willing to collaborate for the team's overall performance and effectiveness to thrive.
Themes
TeamworkCommitmentLeadershipCollaborationSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
A coach can use this quote during a team meeting to motivate players.
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