The Lombardi Rules

High-Level Thoughts

Almost always the plan is too complex. Keep things simple and master them. Play to your strengths.

Summary Notes

Only by knowing yourself, can you become an effective leader.

Work harder than everybody

Be prepared to sacrifice. Spartan self-denial.

Ask yourself tough questions. You can't improve what you don't understand.

Goals built on half truths are almost certain to fail.

Play to your strengths.

Be completely committed. Talent only goes so far.

Chase perfection. Never achievable, but necessary.

Explain the "whys"

Study the past, live in the present. Continue learning. Seize the moment.

Keep it simple. Master it. "Almost always the plan is too complex. Too much to learn in too little time."

A good leader encourages people to reach beyond what they believe is possible.

Begin with small victories.

Be prepared to seize opportunity.

Practice continuous renewal- Disciplined self-examination to internalize lessons learned.