
Tom Brady
Part 1: Back Up Your Goals with Disciplined Action
Today’s guest is Tom Brady, the quarterback of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
And if you know anything about Tom Brady, you know he’s incredibly disciplined.
His nutrition, his fitness, his training, his prep, his mindset – the guy has an elite level of dedication to being his best.
And that hard work is a huge reason why he is the greatest of all time, the GOAT!
But here’s what a lot of people miss. And I want to make sure you don’t miss it. What we’re really seeing when we see Tom Brady’s hard work is someone who has said: I am willing to back up my goals with disciplined actions.
In the NFL and in business, everybody wants to win. But not everybody is willing to work hard in order to win. Tom is. His actions prove just how committed he is. He walks the walk, day in and day out, both off the field and on it.
It sets him apart as a leader.
And it’s the big takeaway for you today: as a leader, do you back up your goals with disciplined action?
You’ll also learn:
- What you can do to change or capitalize on momentum
- How you establish yourself as a leader in a new environment
- Why Tom performs at a high level in tough situations (you may not like the answer, but it’s so good!)
- Tom’s #1 piece of advice for when you don’t feel 100% confident in a situation
- All the details of Tiger Wood’s mind-blowing warm-up shots before their charity golf match
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Put a high value on continuityTom Brady7-time World Champion
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The three C’s of strong communicationTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Coach yourself with solutions, not just criticismTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Take responsibility for team communicationTom Brady7-time World Champion
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You won't get this week backTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Recognize how impactful a leader’s words areTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Surround yourself with people who believe in youTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Align your actions with your prioritiesTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Inject urgency into your preparationTom Brady7-time World Champion
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When you've got momentum, double down on your effortTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Hold yourself accountable instead of blaming othersTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Relish competition as a chance to improveTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Lean into opportunities, however small they seemTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Your level of focus reveals your level of commitmentTom Brady7-time World Champion
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To build trust, connect uniquely with each team memberTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Negativity doesn't inspire people, but finding a solution doesTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Lean into your underdog statusTom Brady7-time World Champion
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Focus on team progress, not perfectionTom Brady7-time World Champion