Are you exceptional at recovery?
My basketball coaching career was successful (over 400 wins), but I also had my fair share of losses as well with over 200 in my career. Unfortunately, I know what losing feels like. But, that also means I know how to recover from a loss. In the #CJJblog this week, I give you seven tips on how you as a leader can help yourself and your team bounce back from a loss. Enjoy.
- Respect. Win or lose, always shake the hands of your opponent, especially as the coach or leader. Showing respect no matter the outcome is a non-negotiable.
- Team meeting. How soon after a loss do you meet with your team? Immediately after the game, I recommend you ONLY bring up and address any possible malicious or poor behavior directly conflicting with the team values. Instead, focus on getting unfiltered feedback from team members on what went well and what you need to work on.
- Analysis. After a loss, how do you analyze what happened? Do you get emotional and overreactive? Try only focusing on your goals for that game specifically? Fall short anywhere? Start there.
- Practice. While losses can be frustrating, the next practice is a perfect opportunity to turn the page. Use it to move on and make corrections where necessary, not to dwell on the result.
- Ownership. Are you taking ownership when necessary? Coaches can take blame as well as the team collectively. Do not allow fingerpointing.
- CST. Are you the Chief Story Teller the team needs in times like these? Use a well-crafted story to reclaim belief and illustrate how others have bounced back after a loss before.
- Film. All coaches love to watch film after a game. The tape never lies. Use film after a loss as fact as to what went wrong. Do not overanalyze.
Did You Know? Coach Jim Johnson has a podcast. You can like, subscribe, and review the Limitless Leadership Lounge on YouTube HERE
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