You Win In The Locker Room First, The 7 C’s to Build a Winning Team in Business, Sports and Life; co-authored by Jon Gordon and Mike Smith, published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., September, 2015.
Can the coaching skills needed to win a Super Bowl translate to successfully coaching a team in corporate America? Yes, they can. In You Win In The Locker Room First, NFL head coach Mike Smith and leadership author and consultant Jon Gordon team up to walk us through seven powerful leadership principles that will help any business, school, organization or sports team thrive.
The two authors alternate the exchange of ideas throughout the book. Smith draws on his extensive football experience to share not only what went right, but also what went wrong and why. He outlines keys to success from a sports leadership point of view. Gordon then complements each section, explaining how the same concepts apply to business success. He writes in the familiar positive voice that all Jon Gordon books are known for.
The book is easy to read, written as if Smith and Gordon were sitting across the table having a conversation. There is a lot of sports jargon throughout the book; a very basic understanding of football might be helpful but certainly not necessary. Be sure to read it with highlighter in hand, as there are many important points to read, re-read and reflect on later.
Whether you coach a sports team or a business team, you will find great value in You Win In The Locker Room First. As the book jacket states:
“Step by step, the authors outline a strategy for building a thriving organization and provide a practical framework that gives leaders the tools they need to create a great culture, lead with the right mindset, create strong relationships, improve teamwork, execute at a higher level, and avoid the pitfalls that sabotage far too many leaders and organizations.”
Order the book today from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or Books-A-Million. While you’re at it, order one for your favorite coach, too!
Note: A copy of the book was provided by the publisher at no cost to me. In no other way was this review influenced or edited. The opinion expressed is entirely my own. -EB
