Assistant coaches Quote by Tony DiCicco
“I put myself around good people, including my assistant coaches. A lot of head coaches are intimidated by their assistant coaches, they'd rather get people that are far less talented than them because it's not threatening.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Coaching Insights, Tony DiCicco, 2015
Surrounding yourself with talented peers, even if they could outshine you, fosters growth and prevents complacency.
In simple terms: Choose strong teammates, not just easy ones.
Key Takeaway
Seek out and value high‑performing collaborators.
Themes
leadership
team dynamics
growth mindset
Mood
reflective
strategic
Type
advice
leadership
When to use this quote
- building a coaching staff
- career advancement
- team building
- performance improvement
Key Concepts
psychology of competition
mentor‑mentee relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle feeling threatened by a more skilled colleague?
- What criteria do you use to select teammates?
A Different Perspective
Choosing only less talented people can limit innovation and morale.
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