Unlocking Leadership Wisdom through Youth Sports 🏀⚽️🏈
Jeff Jenkins
Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Digital Officer, Advisor, Innovative leader across industires (Whole Foods, Taco Bell, Carter's, NASA)
Coaching youth sports isn't just about dodging rogue soccer balls; it's a rollercoaster through the leadership jungle. Our motto for these little legends is simple: "You either win or you learn." Forget complicated strategies; it's about gathering lessons, not just shiny trophies.
The best part of my life is that I get to be a CMO juggling corporate chaos and also the perpetual hype man for the next generation of sports legends. And guess what? The chaos of the youth sports spills some serious wisdom for those epic boardroom battles.
Let's peel back the layers. Coaching kids in sports is like being the master of a life-sized simulator. It's not just about goals and scores; it's about teaching the ABCs of resilience. When our little striker misses the goal, it's not a tragedy; it's our chance to show them how to spring back up, dust off, and tackle the next round.
Fast forward to the grown-up world, and that bounce-back spirit becomes your secreat sauce. It's the undercover superpower that turns office fiascos into unexpected plot twists in your epic work saga. Remember adapting on the field to tricky opponents? Well, it's the same groove as brainstorming in a team meeting when the printer decides it's had enough drama for the day.
So, let’s kick back, share the locker-room banter, and spill the beans on our own coaching or playing sagas. How have those chaotic, laughter-filled hours on the coaching youth sports shaped your grown-up leadership game? Share your unique insights, and let's spark a dialogue about the profound leadership wisdom concealed within the world of youth sports—a place where stories, victories, and maybe a few grass stains are celebrated.🚀✨
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Marketing Executive | B2B, B2C Digital Marketing Strategist | Proven Brand Builder | Customer Experience Enthusiast | Marketing Operations Accelerator | Digital Transformation | Team Leader
8moI used to coach my daughters in youth sports, and it was awesome to see their natural empathy and inclusiveness even in 1st grade. Back then, every team had that one kid who was a bit too shy to venture far from their parents. I'd give my daughter a nudge, and she'd dash over, take the shy one's hand, and make sure they felt part of the team. Now, in her college soccer days, she's the go-to person for giving tours and looking out for the freshmen. It's cool how she picked up early on, through sports, that everyone can use some encouragement to bring out their best.
Full-Time Investor | Endurance Runner
8moCoaching magic! How has your experience coaching youth sports directly shaped your leadership style in the corporate chaos? Any specific lessons that transition seamlessly from the field to the boardroom?
Wonderful mindset to have! If we're not learning, what's the point?
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8mo1. A clear strategy and well defined roles/responsibilities are crucial or else you end up with a bee hive of kids all chasing the ball around. You know what I’m talking about. 2. Snacks make everything better
Senior Vice President - eCommerce, Digital, Marketing, & Loyalty at Etihad Airways
8moGreat comparison between our professional and personal worlds Jeff! Lessons always to be learned on and off the field