I believe we all need to be refreshed on our responsiblities as coaches and leader for the youth... From the things I am hearing from the youth we are not doing our jobs to the best that we can. We can not abuse the position we hold and expect 100% from our followers... If you fear or feel intimiated by a child and are not wanting them to reach for the star you are abusing your position. If you are letting negative influence inhance your decision for the childern you are abusing your position. If your are sheltering or protecting a child you are abusing your position. If you are there for selfish reason you are abusing your position... You as coach or leader only are successful by the impact of the team you are coaching or leading... If they are successful then you are, if they fail you fail!!! When one messes up they ALL mess up... Below are somethings we need to look at and see if we are doing all that we can do for the successfulness of the younger generation.Thesaurus: COACH
1. Committed to individual integrity, values, and personal growth.
2. Profound thinkers who see themselves as educators, not just coaches.
3. Well-educated (formally and informally) in a liberal arts tradition.
4. Long-run commitment to their athletes and their institution.
5. Willing to experiment with new ideas.
6. Value the coach-player relationship, winning aside.
7. Understand and appreciate human nature.
8. Love their sport and work.
9. Honest and strong in character.
10. Human and therefore imperfect.
Thesaurus: Leader
• Challenges me to do my best.
• Sets a good example.
• Explains their reasons
• Is objective about things.
• Lets me make my own decisions.
• Cares about me & how I'm doing.
• Does not seek the limelight.
• Won't let me give up.
• Gives personal guidance & direction, especially when I'm learning something new.
• Is empathetic & understanding.
• Is firm but fair across the line.
• Makes me work out most of my own problems or tough situations, but supports me.
• Lets me know where I stand.
• Listens exceptionally well.
• Doesn't put words in my mouth.
• Keeps the promises s/he makes.
• Keeps me focused on the goals ahead.
• Works as hard or harder than anyone else.
• Is proud of those managers s/he has developed.
• Gives credit where credit is due.
• Never says "I told you so."
• Corrects my performance in private.
• Never flaunts authority.
• Is always straight-forward.
• Gives at least a second chance.
• Maintains an open door policy.
• Uses language that is easy to understand.
• Lets bygones be bygones.
• Inspires loyalty.
• Really wants to hear my ideas & acts on them.
• Celebrates successes.
• Is open & honest.
• Doesn't hide bad news.
• Gives me enough time to prepare for discussion.
• Is enthusiastic.
• Follows through.
• Is patient.
• Wants me to "stretch" my skills.
• Gives me his/her full attention during discussions, & won't be distracted.
• Has a sense of humor.
• Handles disagreements privately.
• Reassures me.
• Makes me feel confident.
• Tells me the "whole story."
• Says "we" instead of "I".
• Makes hard work worth it.
• Can communicate annoyance without running wild.
• Is courageous.
• Insists on training.
• Is a stabilizing influence in a crisis.
• Gets everyone involved.
• Wants me to be successful.
• Is optimistic.
• Operates well under pressure, or in a rapidly changing environment.
• Has a reputation for competence with his/her own peers.
• Has a good understanding of the job. Can walk the talk!
• Is tough & tender.
• Believes we can do it.
• Sets attainable milestones.
• Communicates philosophy & values.
• Is perceptive; doesn't believe that everything needs to be spelled out.
• Preserves the individuality of his/her team members.
• Thinks & operates at a level above that expected.
• Wants to make the organization the best.
• Is willing to act on intuition; believes feelings are facts.
• Is there when we need her/him.
• Enjoys his/her job.
You may not think this applies to you, just look in the mirror cause we all need to be more supportive and come together without jealous and greed and strive for the same goals... Our High school is on probaition from the State and we do not even at like we care... It will take ALL of us to make it to a higher standard.
