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“If you're a coach, and you don't have trust with players, you've got no chance, and your credibility is zero. And that's why it's so important to tell them the truth. If you have something that you're upset about, tell them the truth. If they're doing something wrong, tell them the truth.” quote by Tony La Russa
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“If you're a coach, and you don't have trust with players, you've got no chance, and your credibility is zero. And that's why it's so important to tell them the truth. If you have something that you're upset about, tell them the truth. If they're doing something wrong, tell them the truth.”

Tony La Russa

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sports Coaching Podcast, 2015

A coach must build trust by being honest; without credibility, leadership fails.

In simple terms: Honesty builds trust and credibility for coaches.

Key Takeaway

Be truthful to maintain credibility.

Themes

trust leadership honesty coaching

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice leadership

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • performance reviews
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

credibility communication integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can a coach rebuild trust after a breach?
  • What other actions support credibility?
A Different Perspective

Honesty alone may not fix deeper systemic issues.

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