Choose to be confident. Confidence is earned through preparation. Confidence is a choice because you commit to behaviors (i.e. self talk, body language) that demonstrate and lead to confidence. Confidence precedes performance.
ACTION: Power pose
Video clip: Ted Talk with Amy Cuddy - Power Pose
Be a competitor. You can’t always be the most talented person, but you can be the most competitive. Competitiveness requires perseverance and a willingness to go above and beyond. Being emotional and being competitive are not the same thing. A competitor is the athlete who is most ready for the next point.
ACTION: Fists up for a fight
Video clip: Best Volleyball Save Ever Michael Jordan "I succeed" commercial
Learn to be a great communicator. Communication is a skill that can be learned and improved. Body language and eye contact are a big part of communication. A great communicator provides valuable information at the appropriate time. It is not about talking the most. Value the teammates and coaches who tell you the truth, not just what you want to hear.
ACTION: talking hand
Video clip: The Recipe for Great Communication
Be fully accountable for your thoughts and actions. Control what you can control and let go of the rest. You have full control over your attitude and effort. You can’t always control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond. This is not about holding others accountable. Take personal responsibility before looking at others.
ACTION: All 5 fingers pointing at your chest
Video clip: The 3 Habits of Personal Accountability
Have an attitude of gratitude. It is a privilege, not a right, to be a part of this volleyball program. Appreciate those who help you. It is hard to be selfish and grateful at the same time. Have a servant’s heart; this is where our team finds unity and team chemistry. It is not just about the destination…enjoy the journey.
ACTION: ASL for “thank you”
Video clip: Kid President's 25 Reasons to be Thankful
Excellence is a habit.Bring your best academically, emotionally, mentally and physically every day. We can’t be driven by our emotions. Never be satisfied with just getting by. We will evaluate ourselves on excellence.
ACTION: ASL for “yes”
Video clip: Steph Curry: Success is not an accident Facing the Giants Death Crawl
ACTION: Power pose
Video clip: Ted Talk with Amy Cuddy - Power Pose
Be a competitor. You can’t always be the most talented person, but you can be the most competitive. Competitiveness requires perseverance and a willingness to go above and beyond. Being emotional and being competitive are not the same thing. A competitor is the athlete who is most ready for the next point.
ACTION: Fists up for a fight
Video clip: Best Volleyball Save Ever Michael Jordan "I succeed" commercial
Learn to be a great communicator. Communication is a skill that can be learned and improved. Body language and eye contact are a big part of communication. A great communicator provides valuable information at the appropriate time. It is not about talking the most. Value the teammates and coaches who tell you the truth, not just what you want to hear.
ACTION: talking hand
Video clip: The Recipe for Great Communication
Be fully accountable for your thoughts and actions. Control what you can control and let go of the rest. You have full control over your attitude and effort. You can’t always control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond. This is not about holding others accountable. Take personal responsibility before looking at others.
ACTION: All 5 fingers pointing at your chest
Video clip: The 3 Habits of Personal Accountability
Have an attitude of gratitude. It is a privilege, not a right, to be a part of this volleyball program. Appreciate those who help you. It is hard to be selfish and grateful at the same time. Have a servant’s heart; this is where our team finds unity and team chemistry. It is not just about the destination…enjoy the journey.
ACTION: ASL for “thank you”
Video clip: Kid President's 25 Reasons to be Thankful
Excellence is a habit.Bring your best academically, emotionally, mentally and physically every day. We can’t be driven by our emotions. Never be satisfied with just getting by. We will evaluate ourselves on excellence.
ACTION: ASL for “yes”
Video clip: Steph Curry: Success is not an accident Facing the Giants Death Crawl
