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As part of an exclusive interview, The Daily Coach spoke to Miami Heat President Pat Riley about his leadership influences and his early coaching years with the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Daily Coach spoke to Basketball Hall-of-Fame coach and executive Pat Riley about essential qualities for impactful leaders and the elements of effective communication.
The Daily Coach continued its conversation with Pat Riley about what he saw in a young Erik Spoelstra and the value of organizational continuity.
There is no substitute for hard work and commitment to the process and the craft.
Before we make critical decisions around personnel, strategy, or larger vision, we need to consider whether we have enough data and information to draw accurate conclusions.
Being slow and steady always is the best way to travel.
"Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take the step."
We spoke to IBM Senior Vice President of Software and Chief Commercial Officer Rob Thomas about navigating difficult career choices, good versus bad risk, and appropriate reliance on data in decision-making.
Every day in our lives is packed with insurmountable opportunities for personal growth.
When people are loyal, they speak the truth. When people are devoted, they tell you what you want to hear. Great cultures need the truth.
By adopting an interdisciplinary mindset and leveraging the strength of professional networks, we as leaders can stay ahead of the curve.
In our search for the formulas and strategies of the most accomplished, we often dismiss the agony, anguish and sacrifice that went into their pursuits.
Embracing change can lead to innovation, efficiency and a more dynamic environment.
"You don't need to have all the answers right now. You just need to focus on the next small step in front of you."
We spoke to author and consultant Cody Royle about his four craft areas for coaches, training our concentration levels and treating coaching as performance.