Johnny Appleseed’s Strategy
Johnny Appleseed is among history’s most beloved folk heroes—and arguably its most eccentric. By choice, he walked barefoot, clothed himself in a burlap sack, donned a tin pot for a hat, and, of course, planted apple trees across the American frontier. A lot of people...
Lessons Learned from Service Animals
I took my family to see Gigi & Nate. My daughters loved the movie, and so did I. It’s loaded with examples of impactful good teammates moves. Inspired by true events, the movie tells the story of the relationship between Nate, a despondent 22-year-old paraplegic,...
When Parents Are Good Teammates
Seeing their child struggle can be frustrating for parents, especially sports parents. Maybe the child is unhappy with their playing time or their role. Maybe they’re upset with something hurtful their coach said. Or, maybe they’re disappointed with how they’re...
Don’t Panic!
In exploring the art of being a good teammate, one of the most fascinating elements I’ve observed is how rarely good teammates panic. To clarify, good teammates encounter anxiety the same as everyone else. Their lives are not void of stressful events. They contend...
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