Don Yaeger, expert on growth and determination, discusses the journey of being an invaluable leader. Topics include: the role of learning in being a great team player, being invaluable without being the MVP, and the correlation between success and humility.
Continuous learning is crucial for great leaders to improve themselves and stay competitive.
The best leaders in sports possess a combination of humility and a strong competitive spirit.
Deep dives
The Power of Being a Great Teammate
David Ross, the manager of the Chicago Cubs, exemplifies the qualities of a great teammate. After getting cut from a team due to being a bad teammate, he realized the importance of making others better. He created a checklist to become a great teammate and committed to it every day. Through his dedication to making the locker room better, he became one of the most valuable players in baseball and won two World Series.
Learning and Growth in Leadership
Great leaders have a continuous thirst for learning. They are willing to admit their weaknesses and actively seek ways to improve themselves. They ask great questions and embrace new knowledge and experiences. They understand that learning and growth are essential for staying competitive and becoming better leaders.
Humility and Competitiveness in Great Leaders
In the world of sports, the best leaders exhibit both humility and a strong competitive spirit. They are humble enough to acknowledge their weaknesses and constantly strive to improve. They are also highly competitive and embrace challenges. The combination of humility and competitiveness propels them to greatness.
The Role of Coaching and Teamwork in Leadership
Great coaches possess the ability to see beyond the present and anticipate future challenges. They inspire their teams by fostering imagination and encouraging them to think beyond what is visible. They help individuals see their value and contribute to the team's success. Through coaching, leaders can create environments where creativity thrives and teams can achieve their full potential.
Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a leader looking for new perspectives, or simply seeking inspiration to become an invaluable leader, this episode is for you. Join Mark Cole as he talks with Don Yaeger on the final stop of our U.S. City Tour. Mark and Don discuss the journey of growth, determination, and the pursuit of excellence.
Key takeaways:
- The role learning plays in being a great team player
- How to be invaluable without being the MVP
- The correlation between success and humility
Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Become an Invaluable Leader Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Mark and Don’s conversation. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Teammate and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”