As the leader, part of the job is to be visible and willing to communicate with everyone

If you see players who hate practice, their coach isn't doing a very good job.

Commit yourself to something you have a passion for.

Before you can win the fight, You’ve got to be in the fight.

Your path and purpose will become crystal clear when you begin to trust your vision.

For me the starting point for everything - before strategy, tactics, theories, managing, organizing, philosophy, methodology, talent, or experience - is work ethic. Without one of significant magnitude, you're dead in the water.

When you stand and overcome a significant setback, you'll find an increasing inner confidence and self-assurance that has been created by conquering defeat. Absorbing and overcoming this kind of punishment engenders a sober, steely toughness that results in a hardened sense of independence and a personal belief that you can take on anything, survive and win.