I was inspired by a colleague from Texas whose keynote speech included this quote from Tom Landry, the Hall of Fame Dallas Cowboys Football Coach.
“You get what you demand, you encourage what you tolerate”
I know this is a dated reference from the world of sports. So, I ask that you let go of any negative judgments that might prevent you from applying this insight. Then accept this simple challenge.
How might you apply this quote to enhance:
Let’s examine both.
Take a moment and ask yourself:
Then take another moment and apply these questions professionally.
This does NOT mean you must adopt a highly commanding, autocratic leadership style. And, it does NOT mean you must be universally intolerant.
Applying these concepts does require:
In the Jim Collins book Good To Great, we learn about the attributes of a Level Five Leader. Two important attributes are: Personal Will and Personal Humility. How
One other important leadership attribute helps to apply getting what you demand while recognizing what’s getting in the way. It’s discipline. As you can develop better discipline both personally and organizationally, success will follow. I somehow know that Tom Landry would have agreed.
As you consider what you’ve tolerated from your followers, here’s some related insight from another successful football coach. It will get you thinking deeper about building and engaging your team.
Thanks to Mike Mirau of ProActive Leadership Group for inspiring this post.
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