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I was at a workshop yesterday facilitating a team session on continuous improvement, and the leader quoted this phrase from Vince Lombardi... "Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence" I think it is spot on, so I'm sharing here for some inspiration! Vince Lombardi was coach for Green Bay from 1959 to 1967. No coach in American National Football League's history achieved more success in less time than Lombardi did during his nine seasons in Green Bay. He led the team to five championships including two Super Bowls. #Excellence #ContinuousImprovement #TeamGrowth

Imagine you could switch? Why is this advert so funny? Because it’s true. Every single word, especially the part about the Springboks 🤣 Having a sense of humour is crucial and this advert perfectly captures the resilience and irony of South Africans dealing with a government that has become the nation’s laughing stock. When you can’t be angrier than you already are, When you can’t be sadder than you already are, When you can’t feel more hopeless than you already do, All you can do is laugh... AND VOTE. Despite the dire state of our country, voting is the most powerful way to make a stand. No matter where you live, if you have the ability to vote, you have no excuse not to. UK VOTING THIS SATURDAY and SUNDAY - 18th and 19th of May 2024 from 07h00 until 21h00.  - South Africa House, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DP. Voters are required to provide their RSA identity card/document (i.e. Green Barcoded ID/Smartcard) or a valid (Temporary Identification Certification) TIC when voting abroad. Voters abroad are no longer required to provide their RSA passport when voting in the forthcoming elections. We can switch 💚 🇿🇦 💛

🏆 Celebrating Success 👏🏾 🌟 A true testament to dedication and versatility, Stephen Curry's recent golf tournament victory has supporters excited! Let's take inspiration from his achievement and apply it to our own pursuits. 🏌️♂️ Not only is Stephen a basketball icon, but his prowess in golf is equally remarkable. His win highlights the power of embracing new challenges and continuously striving for excellence. 📈 Shot an impressive -10 under par, showcasing his outstanding skill and precision. 🏆 Emerged as the tournament champion, proving that hard work and determination lead to triumphant outcomes. 💪 What we learn from Stephen's commitment is to improving in multiple paths and to apply the same work ethic throughout our professional lives. 🌟 Let's challenge ourselves to step outside our comfort zones, embrace new opportunities, and unlock our hidden potentials. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things! 🗣️ Share your thoughts on Stephen Curry's incredible feat and how it inspires you. What new challenges will you take on in your journey to success? 🚀 #Inspiration #AchievementUnlocked #SuccessMindset #WorkEthic #ChallengeYourself #GrowthMindset

Joe McGinley has had a distinguished career in sports and has flourished in this field as the senior athletic performance coach for Leinster Rugby. As Ireland prepares for a crucial Rugby World Cup match against Scotland in Paris, performance analysts and performance coaches are more important than ever.  To read Joe's full interview, about a pathway to a career in sports, select the link in the comments section below or to find out more about our BSc (Hons) in Sports & Exercise science, you can visit our website, also through the comments section below.    #FollowYourPassion #FulfilYourPotential #LeinsterRugby #Irishrugby

What do these things have in common❓ Missed 9000 shots Lost more than 300 games Missed the winning shot 26 times Failing over and over again... They are the stats from Irish rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll. Despite these failures, Brian attributes them to his learned experience to help him to become a legend in the game. It's Friday and the linkage to rugby continues this week. What learned or lived experience have you harnessed to propel you forward❓ I'd love to hear from you, please comment below ⬇️ #managementdevelopment #managementtips #managementskills

One of the most surprising leadership insights from rugby... Some of my brothers played rugby in school. What did that mean for me? Well, a significant chunk of my adolescence was spent sulking on the sidelines during practice and school games. However initial teenage resentment slowly transformed into fascination as I grasped the intricacies of the game and started to appreciate a good ruck, maul, or lineout… Yet, it wasn't the game itself that taught me the most valuable lesson; it was those post-match debriefs with my brothers. That’s when it first dawned on me: those IN the game don’t see ALL the game! Put another way, as the onlooker on the balcony I – and the coaches - could see the big picture. We saw opportunities and risks as they emerged, spotted unexpected patterns, and found new ways to win… all invisible to the players immersed in the thick of things until we shared those insights with them. It taught me the importance of “going to the balcony!” As my career progressed, I applied this same concept when working with clients on their most daunting challenges. We’d ask “What does this look like from the balcony?” I'd encourage them to describe the situation as a neutral third party might (think of it as the business equivalent of a TMO, or Television Match Official, in rugby). From this vantage point, they'd uncover hidden patterns, unveil deeper motivations, and identify fresh perspectives. This newfound clarity transformed their capacity to lead effectively, even in chaos and complexity. Where could you benefit from “going to the balcony?"  How might a third party describe that knotty problem or tricky working relationship?  What might you see there that could help you lead well today? PS Here’s to an electrifying Rugby World Cup. Full disclosure: No matter what, I'll be passionately cheering for Ireland! www.fionaoreilly.org #Rugby #RugbyWorldCup #Leinster #Leadership

"There's nothing like representing your flag, your country and playing for your teammates. It’s the best feeling in golf." Luke Donald shares insights into how a Ryder Cup Captain approaches decision making in Episode 6 of our Defining Decisions series. Learn more: https://aon.io/3qFSzE6 #RyderCupAon #BetterDecisions  

My coaching word for my coaching sessions globally in 2024 will be “urgency” and it starts on the training field.

You don’t always need a zillion touches to make an impact. Think about Cristiano in the second half of his career. He’d touch the ball five times & have a hattrick. Ronaldo makes good runs, and puts himself in positions to be successful. Most importantly, he’d rather die than not get on the end of a ball. You see that in the way he runs. #soccer #football #soccertraining #soccerdrills #rcperformancetraining

Everyone at How Now is so proud of our Guinness Womens Six Nations brand identity that goes live today 🥳 #branding #brandidentity #brandbuilding #brandingagency #brandstrategy #360marketing #sportsdesign #sportsmarketing #sport #womeninsport #womensinsports #rugby #designagency #design