Recently, I wrote an article about confidence inspired by a friend’s answer to a question I had asked, “What is the most important thing you learned playing youth sports?” There is no doubt our children learn a great deal through their involvement in sports. While I was impressed by my friend’s stories about his youth sports days, I had no experiences to share or reflect on. Unfortunately, I didn’t have the chance to play any sports until high school, so I was unable to answer this question myself. Fortunately, we never stop learning. I am a volunteer youth coach and coaching kids has been among the most enlightening and enriching times of my life. This led me to ask myself a slightly different question, “What is the single most important thing I have learned coaching youth sports?”
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APIVEO® LESSON TEN – Courage
Courage
Leaders have courage to remain positive in difficult situations.
This lesson will illustrate the value of courage when we experience difficult times. When things are going well we tend to relax and believe that they will continue. During this time our confidence is high and we are open to many opportunities. However, as problems arise and our “luck” begins to change we become cautious. Caution causes us to close down and miss opportunities. Caution can quickly grow into panic as we shut down and try to hang onto what we already have.
Emmitt Smith Always Plays 4 Each Other
Hall of Fame RB and all around great guy, Emmitt Smith, shows his “4”! Anyone that has ever met Emmitt knows that he Always Plays 4 Each Other in everything he does. APIVEO is blessed to count Emmitt as a friend. Thank you Emmitt! Stay tuned for our review of Emmitt Smith’s book “GAME ON.”
What Does Your Leadership Label Say?
If what is on the inside is most important, does that mean what’s on the outside doesn’t matter? When it comes to being a leader we need to understand the importance of what is on the outside, as well as the inside. The content of our character is paramount, but what you show people initially can be truly inspirational. This is an important concept about leadership to teach kids; appearance does matter.
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APIVEO in Action: Team shows support
The Tigers hold up 4 fingers to show that they Always Play 4 Each Other in support of those affected by breast cancer.
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