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Don tells unheard stories of awe-inspiring moments with Michael Jordan, Warrick Dunn, John Wooden and Walter Payton. Each story representing a Characteristic of Greatness.
They hate to lose more than they love to win
They use adversity as fuel.
They understand the value of association.
They know character is defined by how they treat those who cannot help them in return.
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Don continues with stories from Shaquille O’Neal, Dick & Rick Hoyt, Michael Oher and John Wooden. Each story built around a new Characteristic of Greatness.
They see victory before the game begins.
They are comfortable in the mirror. They live their life with integrity.
They are always working towards the next game. The goal is what’s ahead, and there’s always something ahead.
They prepare for all possibilities before they step on the field.
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The journey continues with more stories of Greatness from Tug McGraw, Jason McElwain “J-Mac”, Tom Brady and legendary ESPN broadcaster Dick Vitale, showcasing the next four Characteristics of Greatness.
They are positive thinkers… They are enthusiastic… and that enthusiasm rubs off.
They are risk-takers, and don’t fear making a mistake.
They don’t play just for the money.
They know their legacy isn’t what they did on the field. They are well-rounded.
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Don wraps up the series with stories from Tony Dungy, Michael Phelps, Brian Davis and Michael Jordan, highlighting the final four Characteristics of Greatness.
They have faith in a higher power.
They will assume whatever role is necessary for the team to win.
They embrace the idea of being a role model.
They know how – and when – to adjust their game plan.
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"I have no interest in sports, but this was not a sports speech. I have been watching and grading speeches for 30 years and this was one of the most poignant human interest and motivational speeches I have ever heard."
Patricia Fripp
Best-Selling Author & Motivational Speaker
"Don is the best storyteller I know. If I want someone to tell a story, I say go get Don Yaeger because they have such meaning and depth."
John C. Maxwell
Best-Selling Author & Leadership Expert
"I recently completed Don Yeager's fantastic series "What makes great teams great" A rich motivational experience with life lessons I will cherish forever."
Bill Bankson
Intermedia Business Class Cloud Voice Consultant
"Don has transformed his twenty plus years’ experience and accomplishments in writing into the opportunity to help individuals and companies transform themselves; all founded on Greatness."
Craig Gadberry
Vice President, Software One
"Don is one of the best storytellers I’ve ever met. I’ve known him for a long time and every time we talk I walk away wiser and more inspired. He is the best in the business at teaching you a skill – storytelling – that will last you a lifetime."
Simon Sinek
Best-Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker
"Don Yaeger's positive approach to motivating a group would be an asset to any event."
Chrissy Taylor
COO, Enterprise Holdings
"After hearing Don speak, I immediately decided my team would find significant value by being exposed to his philosophies on both business and character."
Louise F. Jones
Executive Director, Alabama Pharmacy Association
"Don learns the intricacies of each company to which he presents and engages the senior leadership team in advance to be sure he includes personalized messages to his audience."
Tom Taylor
Chief Executive Officer, Floor & Decor
"Attendees and staff alike have raved about your presentation and the thought-provoking philosophies that you imparted to them."
Steve Casey
Executive Director, Florida Sherriff's Association
"Your willingness to share intimate details of your own life journey made the day's conversations even more impactful. Suffice it to say, none of us will forget your time on campus!"
General Bernard Banks
West Point Military Academy
"Don’s lessons bring coworkers back into the huddle, the dugout, or the court to find that inner-spark, competitive spirit, and desire to become great!"
Jeff Turner
Director Microsoft U.S. SMB Channel Marketing
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Stacey D’Antoni
CMP, Marketing Meeting & Events Manager for John Deere Landscapes
"After hearing Don speak, I immediately decided my team would find significant value by being exposed to his philosophies on both business and character."
Eric Martorano
Sr. Director, U.S. SMB Channel Group, Microsoft Corporation
"Your Characteristics of Greatness presentation was overwhelmingly rated as the best motivational speech my employees had ever heard."
Hector Cavazos
Diversity Coordinator, Chevron
"When you can find someone who has truly studied Great Teams, as Don has here, these lessons are an amazing and impactful resource which every leader should leverage."
Bill Swales
Former Vice President, Hewlette Packard
"If you want to produce an unforgettable highlight for your event, I highly recommend Don as the person to knock it out of the park!"
Jonathan French
President, Crown Capital Securities L.P.
Don Yaeger is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, 12-time New York Times best-selling author, leadership expert and executive coach.
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