
Eliah Drinkwitz
Connect, encourage, and challenge
Great leaders know how to motivate their teams, and in this episode, you can see how it’s done.
Eliah Drinkwitz is the head coach of the University of Missouri football team. Last year was a breakout season for this Mizzou team, with an 11-2 season and a victory over Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl.
Eliah motivates his players by balancing connection, encouragement, and challenge. It’s a formula you can follow too, if you want to get the most out of your team.
You’ll also learn:
- How to respond when a valued team member takes another job
- Four qualities to prioritize for a more motivated culture
- A strategy that will both develop your people and advance your goals
- What you’re missing if your core values aren’t taking root
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