Always Quote by John Dorsey
“I always try to look at kids like I'm in the locker room, and I'm a teammate.”
About This Quote
Source Press conference: NFL Draft, 2015
Treating young athletes as teammates fosters trust and development.
In simple terms: See kids as teammates, not subordinates.
Build camaraderie with youth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- coaching
- school sports
- youth programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain authority while being a teammate?
- What signals show trust?
Authority dynamics can still hinder openness.