Creating Winning Relationships Through Sports

Creating Winning Relationships Through Sports
Author: Jose Rijo-Berger
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2013-02
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781457519017

About the Author Jose Rijo-Berger is president of Rijo Athletics in Woodinville, Washing- ton, a former professional baseball player with the New York Mets, and a current scout for the St. Louis Cardinals. In 1999 he pursued his dream to start a baseball and softball training facility which today serves thou- sands of students annually and produces more collegiate and professional ballplayers than any other program in the region. At Rijo Athletics, Jose is blessed to work with the best staff in America. Their professionalism and commitment to kids are great examples for everyone involved in the sports community. Jose lives in Woodinville with his wife, Rebecca, and children Nico, Nevaeh, Giana, and Teyo. "We live in a culture that emphasizes winning, often at a cost. Jose Rijo- Berger emphasizes the importance of the journey. It's less about working toward the mere "win" on the scoreboard and more about what it takes for young athletes to become their best selves. It's a unique approach that only a pro ballplayer turned business owner, coach, dedicated father, and mentor can provide." -Mary M. McCain Millions of parents sign up their kids to play organized sports each year with the intent that the experience will be both positive and enriching, on and off the field, for their family. Too often, this ideal fails to materialize, much to the frustration of everyone. Based on experiences with thousands of families, Jose will show you the true value of sports in the lives of children and provide specific steps you can take to enrich your relationship with your son or daughter. Creating Winning Relationships Through Sports is for all parents regardless of the sport their child plays. As a parent, your behaviors and actions go a long way toward creating a positive or negative experience for your child. This book provides clarity and insight about how to use sports to strengthen your relationship and teach your child the values and skills that will carry him through life. Are you ready to begin? For more information go to www.rijoathletics.com"

You Win in the Locker Room First

You Win in the Locker Room First
Author: Jon Gordon
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2015-08-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119157862

NFL head coach Mike Smith lead one of the most remarkable turnarounds in NFL history. In the season prior to his arrival in 2008, the Atlanta Falcons had a 4–12 record and the franchise had never before achieved back-to-back winning seasons. Under Smith’s leadership, the Falcons earned an 11–5 record in his first season and would go on to become perennial playoff and Super Bowl contenders earning Smith AP Coach of year in 2008 and voted Coach of Year by his peers in 2008, 2010 and 2012. You Win in the Locker Room First draws on the extraordinary experiences of Coach Mike Smith and Jon Gordon—consultant to numerous college and professional teams—to explore the seven powerful principles that any business, school, organization, or sports team can adopt to revitalize their organization. Step by step, the authors outline a strategy for building a thriving organization and provide a practical framework that give 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. In addition to sharing what went right with the Falcons, Smith also transparently shares what went wrong his last two seasons and provides invaluable lessons leaders can take away from his victories, success, failures and mistakes. Whether it’s an executive leadership team of a Fortune 500 company, a sports team, an emergency room team, military team, or a school team successful leaders coach their team and develop, mentor, encourage, and guide them. This not only improves the team, it improves the leaders and their relationships, connections, and organization. You Win in the Locker Room First offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of the most pressure packed leadership jobs on the planet and what leaders can learn from these experiences in order to build their own winning team.

Sports Fan 101

Sports Fan 101
Author: Craig Bender
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2007-02
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1425981658

"There has to be balance in any relationship, and I can tell you first hand that this book, with the insight and advice it offers, can serve as a survival guide for those of us immersed in the daily sports page." ~ Steve Hartman CBS Sports TV and XTRA Sports Talk Radio "Craig Bender and Sports Fan 101 may have just done more for couples' therapy in several hundred pages of manuscript than myriads of therapists have been able to accomplish in years of sessions." ~ Dr. Drew Yellen Ph.D. Sports Psychologist "Can you please help me understand what it is about sports that takes my son away from me, when all I want to do is spend time with him talking about whatever?" ~ A Loving Mother

Why Teams Win

Why Teams Win
Author: Saul L. Miller
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2009-08-26
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 047073695X

Winning isn't easy. The world is becoming more and more competitive, with a greater need than ever for people to work together effectively in teams to make organizations successful. There is no better model for success in business than the world of sport, with its bottom-line performance culture and its relentless focus on creating winning teams. In Why Teams Win, renowned sports psychologist Dr. Saul L. Miller-the man who teaches elite athletes and top sports teams how to be successful-uses sport as a powerful metaphor for the world of business. Why Teams Win distills Dr. Miller's work with hundreds of high-performance teams-in the worlds of sport, business, healthcare, and the arts-into lessons to help business teams perform. Why Teams Win: Identified the 9 key characteristics of successful teams. Describes how to improve personal, organizational, and team performance in each of these 9 areas. Explains how and why to apply different strategies to different types of teams. Outlines how to balance the needs of the individual with the needs of the team. Helps people work together and perform to the best of their abilities. Shows how to get the maximum potential out of a group of individuals. Features advice, quotes, and interviews from high-profile athletes and coaches, as well as from business leaders. Includes self-evaluation and team-building exercises. Why Teams Win offers anyone wanting to improve their personal and team performance a proven and accessible formula for success.

Winning Well

Winning Well
Author: Cara Cocchiarella
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2021-11-10
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1538157942

Wellness is complex and powerful. And when wellness is maximized in the sports setting, athletes and coaches alike are set up to succeed. In Winning Well: Maximizing Coach and Athlete Wellness, Cara Cocchiarella and Camille Adana provide coaches and coach developers with the means to implement a more inclusive coaching environment through wellness. Each aspect of wellness is defined within the context of sports, provided along with tips for application within the sports setting. Tangible guidelines are supplemented with personal testimonies from a diverse group of athletes and coaches who highlight their experiences with wellness in coaching—or lack thereof. Self-assessments are provided as powerful tools to help coaches evaluate their own wellness, their promotion of athlete wellness, and inclusive practices. The demand for wellness and inclusion in sports is substantial, and Winning Well is the first practical guide to help coaches and coach developers bring wellness to the forefront of their practices. Written for coaches in all sports who work with athletes at any level, this book is an inspiring, timely, and accessible resource for those who want to move towards more effective and impactful coaching.

Compete Inside

Compete Inside
Author: Thomas Wurtz
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 118
Release: 2015-04-09
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1490868380

The opportunities that exist for Christian athletes are amazing. The potential to leave a lasting impact is overwhelming. The challenge is to stay focused on what ultimately matters: a vibrant relationship with God. Faith and sports are an invaluable tandem that sometimes fall off balance. Compete Inside offers athletes reflections, relevant Scripture passages, and piercing questions to help them develop their faith and integrate it into their athletic life. Nothing can be more valuable than investing in your faith. These reflections inspire the athlete to put first what should be first: our faith and trust in Christ. Awesome! Philip Rivers, 11 year NFL Veteran Quarterback, 5 time Pro Bowler As athletes, we allow ourselves to be vulnerable. We put our performance out there for all the world to evaluate. We have high highs and low lows. Because of this, sports are more than physical competition or mental challenges. It becomes a spiritual journey. We all know the importance of focus in athletics. This book will help keep you focused on the most important thing, and assist you in leaving a meaningful legacy that lasts far beyond your playing days. Matt Birk, 15 year NFL Veteran, Super Bowl Champion, and 2011 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year This book is an excellent resource for all athletes striving to excel in their sport and live a life for Christ! It is highly relatable to the highs and low that athletes face and speaks the truth of Gods love and mercy. Kristen ONeill, Associate Head Womens Basketball Coach at Seattle University, former WNBA, FIBA, and Division I athlete This book will serve as a road map to help us give God back the glorynot to strive to have him on our team, but to one day cross home plate with the winning run and be on his team. In society, sometimes we glorify athletes more than a man that died on a cross. It can create an EGO (Edging God Out). These great reflections help us bring God back into the mix. Tony Robichaux, Head Baseball Coach, University of Louisiana Lafayette

James Joseph Harbaugh

James Joseph Harbaugh
Author: David R Morado
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-12-31
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

From the fiery intensity of the sidelines to the quiet depths of the locker room, James Joseph Harbaugh has built a reputation as one of the most successful and captivating coaches in all of sports. His teams are known for their relentless work ethic, their unwavering belief in each other, and their ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. But how does Harbaugh do it? What are the leadership principles that he instills in his players that turn them into champions? In A Guide to Creating a Winning Culture, Harbaugh shares his blueprint for success. He reveals the leadership lessons he has learned from his own experiences as a player and coach, and he shows how you can apply those lessons to your own life, whether you're a CEO, a team manager, a parent, or simply someone who wants to achieve more. Harbaugh's approach is based on three core principles: Passion: Harbaugh believes that you must be passionate about what you do in order to be successful. He inspires his players to play with heart and soul, and he shows them how to find joy in the competition. Preparation: Harbaugh is a meticulous planner who leaves no stone unturned. He teaches his players the importance of being prepared for every situation, and he shows them how to work hard and smart to achieve their goals. Accountability: Harbaugh holds himself and his players accountable for their actions. He creates a culture of trust and respect, but he also demands excellence from everyone. A Guide to Creating a Winning Culture is more than just a football book. It is a leadership manual that can be applied to any aspect of life. Harbaugh's lessons on teamwork, motivation, and overcoming adversity are timeless and universal. Whether you're a sports fan or not, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn how to create a winning culture in their own life. Here are some of the key takeaways from the book: The importance of having a clear vision and mission The power of positive thinking The importance of building strong relationships The need to hold yourself and others accountable The importance of never giving up With its actionable insights and inspiring stories, A Guide to Creating a Winning Culture is a must-read for anyone who wants to achieve more in life.

That Question Book

That Question Book
Author: Ned Pauley
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2020-06-18
Genre:
ISBN:

Good teams all have talented athletes, proven strategies, and effective systems. But what allows a good team to move into the realm of greatness is often less tangible and more elusive. Trust. Belief. Understanding. Commitment. Love. That Question Book: Team Sports Edition is your resource to create winning team chemistry. The 360 conversational questions encourage teammates to interact with open and honest communication, creating deeper levels of connection off the field resulting in a competitive advantage on the field. That Question Book: Team Sports Edition. Because life is better when relationships are better.

Business is a Contact Sport

Business is a Contact Sport
Author: Tom Richardson
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 271
Release: 2002
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0028641639

"Business is a Contact Sport" introduces 12 crucial principles for managing each business relationship as an asset at every level of the company, whether dealing with customers, stockholders, suppliers, employees, or community leaders. Relationship Asset Management (RAM) takes the understanding of the one-to-one relationship to the highest level, explaining how to use not just what you know but who you know to succeed in business. "Business is a Contact Sport" shows managers and entrepreneurs how to recognize all of their company's relationships as strategic assets and manage them as such.