The Score Takes Care of Itself by Bill Walsh

The Score Takes Care of Itself

My Philosophy of Leadership

Bill Walsh, Steve Jamison, Craig Walsh

Penguin Publishing Group · Print & ebook · June 29, 2010

The last lecture on leadership by the NFL's greatest coach will inspire, inform, and enlighten leaders in all professions.

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Who it’s for
A practical, reflective take on leadership, shaped by competitive sports and clear-eyed growth.
Themes
leadership, sports transformation, personal growth
Pacing
Reflective

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The last lecture on leadership by the NFL's greatest coach will inspire, inform, and enlighten leaders in all professions. Bill Walsh was a towering figure in the history of the NFL. His advanced leadership transformed the San Francisco 49ers from the worst franchise in sports to a legendary dynasty. In the process, he changed the way football is played.

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Walsh taught that the requirements of successful leadership are the same whether you run an NFL franchise, a fortune 500 company, or a hardware store with 12 employees. Prior to his death, Walsh granted a series of exclusive interviews to bestselling author Steve Jamison. These final words of "wisdom by Walsh" became his ultimate lecture on leadership. Additional insights and perspectives are provided by Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana and others.

Lead Like a Coach

A practical, reflective take on leadership, shaped by competitive sports and clear-eyed growth.

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  • Leadership ideas you can actually use
  • Sports-strategy thinking with a coach’s edge

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  • Concise, usable insight
  • A toolkit feel rather than a memoir glow

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Leadership79%
Sports Lives64%
Football Coaching45%

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Publisher categories

  • Sports Lives
  • Leadership
Authors
Bill Walsh, Steve Jamison, Craig Walsh
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Published
June 29, 2010
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
leadership · sports transformation · personal growth
Reading lane
Sports Lives