Oct 07, Rebekah rated it it was amazing. For being a Michigan fan, this is a great book so far. Jul 20, Natalie Shawver rated it really liked it. Reading a book about sports isn't my typical go-to. But, since my dad gave this book to me years ago and it was still sitting on my shelf, I felt like it was the time to pick it up finally I actually decided to listen to it on my daily commute. And, given a recent health concern for my dad, it was nice to read something he loved. Born in Youngstown myself, it' Reading a book about sports isn't my typical go-to.
Born in Youngstown myself, it's nice to hear the city's name every chapter and for someone to speak highly of the steel mill town. The Winners Manual was a unique idea for both YSU and OSU players, given to them at the start of each football season; a series of topics not only focused on the ins and outs of football, but on life itself.
Tressel carried over the notion that in order to be a winner in the game, you must be in life as well. I most appreciated his chapters in his book and in the Winners Manual on kindness, gratitude, acting with class, and faith. Throughout the book he relays stories about individual players, as well as his own life and where he truly relied on God. It's awesome to hear such positive things from a high-profile coach.
His use of the "block O" and goal-making made me reflect upon my own life goals and purpose. Pick this book up if you're ready for football season like me or want an extra dose of optimism. It's worth a re-read in the future, too. Jan 24, Amy Roseman rated it liked it. Overall, there is great advice that can be applied to everyone's life.
I found that the book was extremely redundant, however. Within a chapter, and throughout the book, the same concepts were repeated the same way over and over again. It was drudgery to finish this book. More of an FYI, but wow - there was also a lot of focus on religion. Although it was written from a Christian perspective, I appreciate that he spoke of other religions in a positive light and tried to include them. However, it Overall, there is great advice that can be applied to everyone's life.
However, it was onerous to read for someone who isn't spiritual. But, this is his perspective on how to live a good life, so I see why he included it. Feb 02, Derek Thue rated it liked it. But I have a newfound respect for Ohio State and their coaching strategy. I listen to this book in audio format might be worth checking out the paper copy.
I do like the factThat Jim Tressel did not just talk about how to be a better athlete, he talks about being a well-rounded person finding a balance between goals and family and spiritual life. Also I really like how he emphasized are all part of the team no matter what the setting. Jun 15, Matt McAlear rated it really liked it. Good book. More of a mix between Christian principles and solid leadership concepts. Cool to see how Jim used these to motivate his players to reach their peak.
Jim seems like a very inspirational type of leader that would just be cool to be around and use some of that energy. Biggest takeaway for me is that success or leadership without love at the root of it is a false idol, empty, and no different in the end than chasing the wind. Very solid. Aug 12, Paul Mashack rated it it was amazing. Full disclosure: I hate Ohio State. Despise the Buckeyes. That said, I have always respected and liked Jim Tressel.
This book might be a bit dated with his somewhat messy exit from Ohio State, but I was able to separate all that and focus on the content. Lots of good quotes, anticidotes. I like books like these that aren't so much about the sport, but more about lessons and dealing with people. Sports provide a great conduit and metaphor for life.
Sep 29, Nick Leahy rated it liked it. A very entertaining and insightful read, especially involving the world of college football that I love so dearly, but the book loses a lot of its luster in its redundancies. Only so many things can be inspiring within pages. Aug 03, James rated it it was amazing. Great Book. Not an Ohio State fan but loved what Jim Tressel had to say. Recommended for my son to read when he was playing sports in High School. Jan 04, Heather S rated it really liked it. Great book!
I still go back to it once or twice a year to re-evaluate my goals. May 27, Hayisa rated it it was amazing Shelves: personal-growth , non-fiction , favorites. Love it. Every page has an iconic quote and if you feel like you need a lift in life, I recommend reading this. Aug 29, Carrie rated it it was amazing Shelves: biographies. Worthy of repeated reading. Rich in inspiration and reminders on how to live a meaningful life with the proper focus. May 11, Nelson Musyoka rated it it was amazing.
I've found this book to be a great tool which has principles valid in all spheres of life and in every task that I carry out. I highly recommend it to fathers, managers and all those who yearn to be excellent leaders in their generations and want to influence others positively. Mar 23, Cathy Allen rated it really liked it Shelves: great-leaders , leadership , summary-available , organizational-life.
So the Ohio State football season opened this past weekend and I was not in front of the TV for the game. This is the second Buckeye season without Jim Tressel and I find myself struggling to care whether the team wins or loses. My whole life I have "bled scarlet and gray" as we say around here Tressel's book is about leadership I loved this book, So the Ohio State football season opened this past weekend and I was not in front of the TV for the game.
I loved this book, and felt like I learned a great deal even though I have never played a down of football. The life lessons Tressel extrapolates from the game are universal in their application. His ability to shape young men into champions and professionals is unmatched. His coolness on the sidelines was a wonder to behold. The clarity of his vision, strength of character, depth of commitment to those he led, and willingness to set a positive example all added immensely to Ohio State's stature as a world-class institution capable of attracting the best of the best.
Wouldn't it have been brilliant if instead of punishing Tressel for not being perfect, the university had highlighted his example of how a great leader handles himself following a mistake?
He acknowledges the wrong, apologizes for harm done, accepts responsibility for the consequences, and pledges to avoid that mistake going forward. What else can any of us ask of anyone? Jim Tressel is a winner Thanks Coach! No matter where you go in life I will be rooting for you! Oct 09, Adam rated it it was amazing. I'm biased here cause as a Christian that hopes o coach sports someday this book really struck a chord with me.
It was really encouraging to hear how faith intersects all of his philosophies and teachings to his players. I think this book should be read by anyone that is involved with sports particularly if you're an Ohio State fan since many of the stories told will not be foreign to you.
I think it is a great encouragement if you are a Christian and if you aren't it is a practical and clear pr I'm biased here cause as a Christian that hopes o coach sports someday this book really struck a chord with me. I think it is a great encouragement if you are a Christian and if you aren't it is a practical and clear presentation of the gospel.
I like how he describes worldly accolades as human stars. Thought that was very apt. I wish I had read this book as part of a group discussion. The questions in each chapter are a great starting point for hashing out these values in our lives. Also the quotes and moral stories are a real treasure trove for people that enjoy inspirational material. Once again I think that fits the athletic demographic better than most.
Overall if everyone I knew in Ohio read this book I would be very excited about that because I think it is worth the read. Nov 28, Ben Daghir rated it it was amazing Shelves: favorites , coaching. If the game of life were to end tonight, would you be a winner? Tressel throws this question out on the first page and answers "how" to battle this question on a daily basis.
Many books that include questions at the end of the chapters are just annoying, but this book's chapter questions are essential. I personally answered each question on Microsoft Word and it helped me to truly dive into Tressel's "Block If the game of life were to end tonight, would you be a winner? I personally answered each question on Microsoft Word and it helped me to truly dive into Tressel's "Block O" - the eight major components of the book.
My Microsoft document exceeded 30 pages, not because I write a tremendous amount, rather the book encouraged me to deeply reflect. This book is more than Tressel's understanding being thrown onto pages, it is a manual to refer to for all people that are "competitive with themselves" in life. I challenge you to become a winner in life, a team person, and one that can say "Yes" to Tressels question, "If the game of life were to end tonight, would you be a winner?
Oct 12, Carey rated it really liked it. Although this book is found in the football section of your local bookstore, there is not much here on the X's and O's. The author allows the reader, rather, to reflect on their own lives using some of the same principles that he shares with his team. The stories are interesting, and the quotes managed to be timely with what was going on in my life when I was reading it.
I now fully understand why players want to play for Coach Tressel and why you never hear a parent complaining about him. I've Although this book is found in the football section of your local bookstore, there is not much here on the X's and O's.
I've even shared parts of the book with my 7th grade students, who have had a few "a-ha" moments recently because of it. Highly recommended because it is not preachy or overbearing Dec 21, D rated it liked it.
In a lot of ways this book is very similar to many books that can be read about leading your life according to a certain set of value, principles, or purposes. The main thing that make this book different is the stories and illustrations that Tressel uses. Any Buckeye fan is certain to find those stories interesting as I did. It also interesting to learn a little more about a coach that has always seemed to be a true class act.
The one "value" that Tressel included in his "Big Ten" that I have ne In a lot of ways this book is very similar to many books that can be read about leading your life according to a certain set of value, principles, or purposes. The one "value" that Tressel included in his "Big Ten" that I have never seen included elsewhere is "class.
Other than some of the stories, that is one thing I will remember from this book. Sep 24, Rob rated it liked it. Some good sections and some that I didn't find quite as useful.
I would like to have seen more examples from his actual manual than was presented. I did like the focus that Tressel puts on core principles that transcend any industry or career -- faith, family, discipline, integrity.
Sadly, you don't often get that viewpoint from business or motivational books often enough. If you like this I would strongly recommend anything from John Maxwell -- degree leader, Talent is Never Enough, etc. An because I am a Michigan fan, this book didn't have much of a chance at 5 stars -- actually no chance. I have to stick to my principles. Feb 05, JC rated it liked it Shelves: , my-firsttime , kindle , freebies.
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