Book Summary: Grit, The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth’s Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance explores the concept of "grit" and how it can be developed in individuals....
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Neil Wattier
- Feb 17
- 2 min
Book Summary: Drive, The Surprising Truth About What motivates Us by Daniel Pink
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink explores the science of motivation and how it can be applied to...
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Neil Wattier
- Feb 13
- 3 min
Book Summary: Rules & Tools for Leaders by Perry M. Mason and Jeffrey W. Foley
Rules & Tools for Leaders aims to help leaders of all levels improve their skills and achieve success. The book is based on the idea that...
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Neil Wattier
- Feb 3
- 2 min
Book Summary: Talent is Overrated by Geoff Colvin
Geoff Colvin’s book Talent is Overrated challenges the conventional wisdom that success is largely the result of innate talent. Instead,...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 27
- 2 min
Book Summary: The Everyday Coach by Harrison Bernstein
The Everyday Coach by Harrison Bernstein aims to help readers develop their coaching skills and become more effective leaders. The book...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 19
- 2 min
Embracing Discomfort: Why Student Athletes Must Step Outside of Their Comfort Zone
You may be used to feeling comfortable and in control while participating in your sport. However, it's important to remember that growth...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 19
- 2 min
Developing Leadership Skills for Student-Athletes: Insights from Kobe Bryant
“If you are going to be a leader, you’re not going to please everybody. You have to hold people accountable. Even if you have that moment...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 19
- 3 min
The Power of Time: Why Student-Athletes Shouldn't Underestimate What They Can Accomplish in a Year
It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind of life, and as a result, many people overestimate what they can accomplish in a...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 19
- 3 min
Book Summary: The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
The Power of Habit is a book by Charles Duhigg that explores the science behind habits and how they shape our lives. The book argues that...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 12
- 2 min
Ten things teammates don't let teammates do in championship cultures
Team success is driven by the collective behavior and attitude of its members. While there are many things teammates should do to foster...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 12
- 3 min
Sticking to a Plan is More Important than Feeling Motivated
I was recently approached by an athlete who expressed frustration with their level of motivation. Despite being a very skilled athlete,...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 12
- 2 min
Book Summary: Leadership is an Art by Max DePree
Max DePree’s book "Leadership is an Art," explores the concept of leadership and how it can be developed and practiced through the eyes...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 12
- 2 min
The Importance of Consistent Accountability in Achieving Success
Accountability is crucial for team success. It is the process of verifying that expectations are being met and turned into results on the...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 5
- 2 min
Helping Young Athletes Overcome Fear and Anxiety in Sports
Parents and coaches may see fear and anxiety present in the sport performance of young athletes. Whether it's fear of failure, fear of...
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Neil Wattier
- Jan 1
- 2 min
Lessons from Matthew McConaughey’s 2016 University of Houston Commencement Speech
As a student-athlete, you are at a unique and exciting point in your life. You have the opportunity to pursue your passions and dreams...
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Neil Wattier
- Dec 31, 2022
- 3 min
Understanding the Differences Between Mental Performance Coaching and Mental Health Therapy
Mental performance coaching and mental health therapy are two distinct fields that often overlap but serve different purposes and involve...
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Neil Wattier
- Dec 31, 2022
- 2 min
Book Summary: Mindset - The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck Ph.D.
In her book "Mindset," Carol S. Dweck, a Stanford University psychologist, explores the concept of mindset and how it can affect an...
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