Als Quote by Amy Trask
“Look at what Al Davis has done. He hired the first Hispanic head coach (Tom Flores), the first black head coach (Art Shell), and now me. It's not a coincidence. People in sports talk a lot about inclusiveness and giving people opportunities. While they talk, I only see one person doing it. Al is the last person on Earth who'd do this for a pat on the back. A pat on the back would annoy him. He does it for the right reasons.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Business Podcast, 2015
True inclusivity requires action beyond rhetoric; genuine allies act without seeking praise.
In simple terms: Real inclusion means acting without applause.
Key Takeaway
Act for inclusion, not recognition.
Themes
inclusion
leadership
authenticity
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hiring practices
- team building
- community outreach
- policy making
Key Concepts
altruism
systemic bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates your inclusive actions?
- How can you ensure actions stay genuine?
A Different Perspective
Actions may be misinterpreted as tokenism without transparency.
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