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“We're past the days of Vince Lombardi, where you say jump and I ask: 'How high?' But you still have to find a way to get your guys to jump, get them to trust you.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Press conference, Tom Izzo, 2023
Leadership requires inspiring confidence and motivating others to act, not just issuing commands.
In simple terms: Leaders must earn trust and inspire effort.
Key Takeaway
Earn trust, then motivate.
Themes
leadership
trust
motivation
Mood
inspirational
challenging
Type
motivational
leadership
When to use this quote
- coaching
- business management
- education
- sports teams
Key Concepts
team dynamics
influence
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you build trust before demanding effort?
- What signs show your team trusts you?
A Different Perspective
Motivation without trust can fail; people may resist or disengage.
