We have a number of difficulties facing our nation, but I believe fatherlessness is right at the top of the list.

(Offensive Coach) Paul Hackett realized that Joe Montana knew more about the offense than he did, but when the meeting was over, Paul saw that Joe had taken three pages of notes. He documented exactly how Paul wanted to run the play, as well as all of the basics of it and its details. That's what a professional does.

Did you know that nearly one in three children live apart from their biological dads? Those kids are two to three times more likely to grow up in poverty, to suffer in school, and to have health and behavioral problems.

Integrity, the choice between what's convenient and what's right.

And as a football coach in the National Football League, I know for sure that it's going to end someday.

Others first. Whatever your corporate mission, paint a clear and compelling picture that others can understand and embrace. State your mission in terms that appeal to your team's best instincts. Persuade and empower as if you are leading and mentoring volunteers.

I am a firm believer that the Lord sometimes has to short-circuit even our best plans for our benefit.