from The Winning Spirit

mouthful

defensive

nostalgic

candid

point out that people cannot succeed unless they learn to admit their mistakes

argue that belief in oneself is critical to overcoming mistakes

stress that everyone makes mistakes sometimes

suggest that some people would rather lie than admit a mistake

As in football, every successful business depends on strong, decisive leadership.

Successful organizations rely on teamwork, strong leadership by experienced people, and the ability to change as conditions shift.

A business operates much like a football team, with leaders and followers each with a part to play.

Knowing the fundamentals of any endeavor grants people confidence in their abilities and gives them the strength to survive any mistakes.

Even when you follow time-tested fundamentals there is no guarantee you wont make mistakes.

I don't know what they thought I would say, but my answer seemed to surprise them.

“You won't get yelled at by the coach for changing the play if you pick up eight yards.”

“You don’t change what you do best to compete against someone.”