PLAYBOOK
I thoroughly enjoyed this Netflix series of five episodes. Playbook is about the golden rules of extraordinary experience, identified by five exceptional sports coaches including Jose Mourinho. I was inspired by the series and can recommend it to anyone interested in leading excellence for themselves or their teams.
Doc Rivers (Basketball)
- Finish the race.
- Don’t be a victim.
- Ubuntu is a way of life.
- Pressure is a privilege.
- Champions keep moving forward.
“I am going to coach you to who you should be some day.”
Jill Ellis (Football)
- Mountaintops are small and the air is thin.
- Hold fast, stay true.
- Risk is opportunity.
- Be true to yourself.
- If you want to be heard, make a statement.
“Success is about never resting on your laurels.”
Jose Mourinho (Football)
- Understand your audience.
- If you are prepared for the worst, you are prepared.
- The underdog attack.
- Some rules are meant to be broken.
- The train doesn’t stop twice.
- Don’t coach the player, coach the team.
“I was not good enough to play.”
Patrick Mouratoglou (Tennis)
- Your greatest weakness can become your greatest strength.
- Never be afraid to get fired.
- Mistakes are inevitable but don’t let them define you.
- Emotions are the worst advisors.
- Let them know they’re not alone.
- A good lie can become the truth.
“Your body language is telling me everything I need to know.”
Dawn Staley (Basketball)
- Bring your own ball.
- Growth takes place outside of your comfort zone.
- Create a home court advantage.
- The 24 hour rule.
- What is delayed is not denied.
“Perseverance pays off.”
If I analyse for consistency and create a top five informed by this list of 27 ideas. I get to this set of guidelines below. Five golden rules for accelerated excellence.
Start with the Truth
Always be the Underdog
Seize our Opportunities
Together as a Team
Forward to the Finish
All the points are incredibly valuable so my list is simple and personal. What would your top five look like?
