Ch 9: Refresh and RenewWe’re 0-0After the regular season, take time to get refreshed. Now is the time to clear your head,rest, and “recharge your batteries.” Then get after it! (Krzyzewski, 2000, p.139).As a leader you have to look at the demeanor of your team. See if they are injured,healthy, excited, down, energized, or tired.As the team leaders (captains) for their opinions about the demeanor of the team.The formula of preparation, communication, hard work, practice, and focus shouldcontinue to be your guide.“Set mini-goals. Plan for ‘energy bursts’” (Krzyzewski, 2000, p.141).How you win in the first round sets the stage for the rest of the postseason. This is key.Media and Public RelationsDeal with the media with respect and honesty, but don’t tell them every detail.Believe but Don’t AssumeBe a team that believes you can win it all. But don’t assume that you will win it all.Respect your competition at all times. Disrespecting them is disrespecting yourself. Ch 10: Handling A Crisis“The worse the crisis, the more people will tend to think as individuals rather than asmembers of a team” (Krzyzewski, 2000, p.151).Truth and Trusting RelationshipsLuck favors teams who trust one another.When you make a mistake, admit it and apologize in front of the whole team. To admityou screwed up is a strength, not a weakness.“Successful crisis management is best achieved when people are truthful with oneanother - immediately” (Krzyzewski, 2000, p.154).Have FunWhen you have fun, it helps reduce pressure. Always maintain a good sense of humor.Show The Face Your Team Needs to SeeBefore a leader ever speaks, they see his face, his eyes, and even his walk. A leader mustalways show the face his team needs to see. “You do not necessarily beat fear with a hug. Sometimes you have to attack the hell outof it.” Confidence can be a great weapon against fear. Don...
