Phil Jackson comes to mind as an extraordinary leader. He has won 11 world championship rings in professional basketball. His books, Eleven Rings and Sacred Hoops, summarize his success in leadership insights:
Hire a talented team. Phil Jackson integrated great talent – Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neil, Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen – with role players.
Integrate your tactics and strategy into a coherent mission. The goal is to win a world championship in basketball.
Develop a learning culture as a competitive advantage. Jackson gave his athletes books to read. Emphasize learning as a competitive advantage.
Teach mental strength techniques and philosophies. George Mumford taught his team mental strength and mindfulness techniques. As a result, his teams were better able to increase their ability to focus and concentrate.
Hire talented subordinates that aligned tactics and strategy to win a world championship.
- John Bach – Defense
- Tex Winter – Offense
What can you do to increase your competitive advantage? How are you creating a winning culture? What are your strengths?