On Looking Downcourt, Taking the First Step, and the Impact of Our Influences
Apr. 27 | The 3-Point Play
BASKETBALL TIP
Look downcourt.
Anytime you get the ball, and often before you get it, make it a habit to look at the basket.
There is nothing clever or complicated about this instruction. It is something everyone can do, but very, very few players do it every time.
Overdo it in some pickup games if that will help you remember. And then do it in games.
Every single time.
LEADERSHIP LESSON
“When you sense yourself standing around waiting for more, a great first step is to look around for things that no one is addressing and take the first step. Don’t play the waiting game. You’ll miss opportunities to lead.”
– Clay Scroggins
LIFE PRINCIPLE
“Life’s way too valuable to hang with people who don’t get you. Who you just don’t vibe with. Who have different values and lower standards than you do. Who have different Mindsets, Heartsets, Healthsets and Soulsets.
It’s a little miracle how powerfully and profoundly our influences and environments shape our productivity as well as our impact.”
– Robin Sharma
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