When you're 0-2 in the Super Bowl, they say unkind things about you. They say, 'He can't win the big one.' And that's the worst thing that can be said about you.
Don ShulaRead
The one thing that I know is that you win with good people.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is achieved through collaboration with talented and reliable individuals.
This quote emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with good people in any endeavor, particularly in leadership and team settings. Don Shula, a renowned football coach, recognizes that the quality of the individuals on a team significantly impacts its overall success, illustrating that teamwork and positive relationships are vital components of winning outcomes.
Themes
SuccessTeamworkLeadershipPeopleCollaboration
In practice
Example use cases
In a corporate meeting discussing team dynamics, this quote could be used to emphasize the need for reliable colleagues.
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