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This week, we focus on the commitment continuum, becoming a better listener, the things you can't buy, your principles, and what you should invest in. Also... CLICK HERE to read our USA Today Best-Selling book, The Score That Matters.

#610: Jeff Janssen - The Commitment Continuum

​Jeff Janssen is widely considered the world's top expert on Sports Leadership. Jeff launched one of college athletics' first Leadership Academies with student-athletes and coaches 10+ years ago. We discuss the commitment continuum, holding others accountable, Walt Disney, the 7 secrets of coaching success, and much more. You can also WATCH our conversation on YouTube.

Great Leaders are Devoted Learners

In a distracted world, the most underrated leadership skill is listening. 144 studies, 155k people: Good listeners have deeper bonds and better results. We feel valued, and they get smarter. Great leaders are devoted learners. A key to learning is to listen more than you talk. CLICK HERE for more. (Thank you, Adam Grant)

The Things You Can't Buy

The question is: are the tradeoffs you are making today appropriate for you? Is your attention focused on the right things? Are you maximizing your wealth at the expense of your health, your family, or your time? CLICK HERE to read more about the things you can't buy.

What Are Your Principles?

A fact of the world is that the most important life lessons you learn are the hardest to communicate to others. They always sound like clichés. In any case, these are a few things that Nabeel S. Qureshi has learned from experience and I appreciate his willingness to share. How about you? Have you written down your principles? If so, click reply and send my way.

Wise Words...

"You want to make a great investment? Invest in yourself. And then double down." -- Josh Brown​

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Ryan Hawk Author: The Score That Matters, Welcome to Management, & The Pursuit of Excellence​ Host: The Learning Leader Show​