Performance

What We Can Learn From Adversity

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 03/27/2018

Adversity comes in many forms. Regardless of the source, adversity can become a teacher to us if we view it in the proper perspective.

What All Leaders Can Learn from NASCAR

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 05/04/2017

This weekend the NASCAR racing series returns to the Talladega Speedway. Last year I was interviewed by Megan Englehart of Fox Sports about the pressures facing young drivers in the Truck Series elimination race at this track. As the circuit returns to Talladega this year, I’ve reflected on some lessons all leaders can learn from high-pressure events…

How Lin-Manuel Miranda Created a Smash Hit: Leadership Lessons

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 06/29/2016

Hamilton creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda has turned a history lesson into a serious case of ticket envy across America. What can leaders learn from hm?

How Do I Get in the Zone?

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 10/04/2013

You know what it feels like to be in the Zone but how do you get there consistently? Here’s the key to ending up in the Zone.

Don’t Waste Your Time With Mission Statements

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 10/31/2012

Ditch the mission statements and give your team a compelling reason why they exist and a clear vision for success. Your sign of success will be …

USA Women’s Gymnastics: A True High-Performance Team

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 08/01/2012

There are numerous articles and books about high-performance teams. I am influenced by these sources and use them in my work with executive and sport teams.

Excellence Keys: Prepare, Perform, Evaluate

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 05/21/2012

I’m surprised how many executives attend important meetings or make key presentations without adequate preparation. A general rule of thumb is …

Treat Every Meeting As A Performance

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 04/24/2012

In reality, every time you enter a meeting as a senior leader you are performing. I advise leaders to set individual leadership goals in …

Are You Motivated By Ego?

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 04/06/2012

Performers who are too highly motivated by ego are at risk for a host of issues. Performers who are too highly motivated by mastery can get caught up in …

Natural Talent Does Not = Sustainable Excellence

By The Tobin Company, P.L.L.C. / 02/26/2012

Welcome performers. Since you’re following this blog after the initial post, I know you’re a performer of some variety. It could be athletics, business …