Drills Quote by Pat Summitt
““To teach Shelley to be more forceful, I resorted to a method you wouldn’t find in any instructional. I made her plan and run a practice. She had to design the workout, set up the drills, push her teammates through them, and decide when something had been done well enough. I never said a word. For a good hour and a half she just stood there and watched. I was drained. Not only do you have to talk, you are in the drill. I just remember being mentally exhausted after that practice. But what a great way to develop leadership and ownership. —SHELLEY SEXTON COLLIER””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Coaching Insights, Pat Summitt, 2015
Leadership develops when individuals design and execute tasks themselves, fostering ownership and mental stamina.
In simple terms: Leadership grows through self‑directed practice.
Key Takeaway
Give people responsibility to lead.
Themes
leadership
ownership
mental stamina
coaching
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
instructional
When to use this quote
- team practice
- coaching sessions
- leadership training
- personal development
Key Concepts
self‑directed learning
empowerment
team dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance empowerment with support?
- When does self‑direction become overwhelming?
A Different Perspective
May cause burnout without proper support.
