Quiet Strength – The Principals, Practices and Priorities of a Winning Life

Description

When Tony Dungy led the Indianapolis Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI– the first African American coach to win the big game–millions wondered, amazed by the success of his quiet, authoritative leadership style: how does he get it done? In this memoir, Dungy reveals the secrets to his success–principles, practices, and priorities that have kept him on track despite overwhelming personal and professional obstacles, including firings, stereotypes, and the tragic loss of a child. In the face of so much adversity, Tony has not only survived but risen to the top of his profession in a way that’s won the respect of fans, players, and even his competitors. His thoughts on leading, succeeding, and attaining true significance may inspire you to take a long, hard look at the things that really matter in your own life.–From publisher description.

317 pages

reading level – 7.1