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Another chapter of the popular series of panel sessions that EU Business School Munich is organizing monthly: this time, to also honor the UEFA EURO 2024 that is hosted from Germany, we’ll discuss about the high potential to build a successful career in the sport management field. Register to know more! #eubusinessschool #sportsmanagement #educationexcellence #successstories #euro2024 #uefaeuro2024

So many people are talking about 4th place not getting enough appreciation. And quarter-finalists not being talked about enough. And Round of 16 participants... Look, let's write to the International Olympics Committee, ask them to fix their mistake. Stop giving medals to only the top 3, right? Give medals all the way down till Round of 16. What do you think? People who watch sports regularly and implement learnings in daily life know better. 4th place is but a hope of getting in the top 3 next time. And so is top 8, and top 16. Beyond that, it doesn't matter. Don't get me wrong, that hope is a BIG deal. And it needs support. Isn't that how life works? Ask the UPSC aspirant who missed a rank by 3 marks or the startup founder who wasn't 100% on the day of the pitch. If you missed it by a whisker, better luck next time. More importantly, be better next time. It's not fair. It's not fair to water down the achievement of the podium finishers. They were tactical, focused, persistent and simply better than the others. Let them, and only them, shine in their moment of glory. Let everyone else become background noise, and a hope.

Today marks the 6 month countdown to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris! The planning process has been in progress for nearly two years, and I have encountered various challenges along the way. In my latest blog post, I provide insights into this process and discuss some of the obstacles I have already faced. Check it out on my blog at blog.jeffcable.com.

Road to Milan

Loving this topic. So relevant for leaders and teams across industries. Conference keynote. Overview: https://lnkd.in/gyqP7SNd #influencingothers #motivationalspeaking #conferencespeaker

CELEBRATING SMALL WINS 🥂 Celebrating “small wins” means to select a special date to carry out something, in this case, a small achievement. However, a small victory in school can be equally important when a student learns something after much effort, just like it can be an achievement for someone who needs it for their job Small wins are defined as the small, self-generated accomplishments people occasionally have towards their professional objectives. Their importance is determined by them contributing to one's feeling of achieving personal progress. Moreover, they have the ability to support the states of positive productivity. A key feature regarding small wins is that the results are the effect of the personal efforts of an employee. These accomplishments are not dependent to factors such as investments of money or time. On the whole, these represent relatively easier goals than those associated with corporate departments or firms and take a shorter period of time to be accomplished. The concept of celebrating small wins emphasizes the importance of recognizing incremental goals to remind us of our progress and keep us motivated to continue to pursue our goals. Organizations should cultivate the culture of celebrating, acknowledging or incentivizing small victories. Krech and Crutchfield (2004) illustrate the concept by explaining how organisms, given unnecessary shocks for every action, simply stop trying. However, if the organism is given positive reinforcement for taking action, they're more likely to repeat the action. These small wins can take shape in a variety of ways. Just like the just concluded AFCON tournament where we got the 2nd place position and got the silver medal is a reminder that there is a shift because we barely even qualified at the group stage. Infact, we qualified for the round of 16 through the group stage win as one of the “best losers”. Since 2013, we made the 3rd place position in 2019, then got to the round of 16 in 2021, we barely qualified in 2021 and in 2024, we made a Silver medal giving the wobbly history as participants of this historic football tournament. My own joy be say we beat south Africa and that’s all that matters 😂😂😂😂😂(this is just a joke oo😂😂😂 no South African hiring manager should take this personal 😂😂) #monday #Nigerian #Supereagles #Febuarypost

🏆 Embracing the Spirit of Competition 🏆 Today, my kids are gearing up to compete in an Olympics event at their school. Reflecting on their participation in the same event last year, it's fascinating to observe their completely different approaches to competition. My son, with his natural athleticism and fiercely competitive spirit, won several races, showcasing his drive to win. Conversely, my daughter approached her events with a different kind of zeal, literally dancing and skipping through her competitions and spreading joy and smiles with every step. As they set off this morning, I shared some advice advice that I think is broadly applicable in sports, life, and career: 1️⃣ *Mindset is Key:* Whether on the field or in life, success often hinges on the way we perceive challenges. A winning attitude is rooted in self-belief and a positive mindset. 2️⃣ *Don't be afraid to unleash your inner beast:* There's a time to be gentle and a time to be fierce. When you step onto the field, give it everything you've got. 3️⃣ *Find the balance between fun and focus:* Have fun, but maintaining focus is crucial for achieving goals. Try to find joy in the effort. I eagerly await the outcomes of today's events, hopeful that my advice will get us some wins. Here's to celebrating the positive aspects of competition and the lessons we learn along the way.

Celebrating Success Together: A Lesson from the Olympics 🏆 In the spirit of true sportsmanship, this powerful image of two American athletes bowing down to celebrate a Brazilian athlete’s gold medal speaks volumes about respect and support between nations. It’s inspiring to see such camaraderie and mutual appreciation. This scene resonates deeply within our professional lives. In our profession, working with colleagues and partners who support and elevate each other is crucial. It’s not about having sharp elbows but about recognising the hard work and dedication it takes to reach certain positions. Just as these athletes show respect and solidarity, we too should strive to build a collaborative environment where success is celebrated collectively. (Not just writing it on a job ad) Let’s continue to support each other’s journeys and achievements, knowing that together, we can reach greater heights. We are currently working with some powerhouse firms who are big advocates for culture and an inclusive environment. If you’re missing this in your firm, let’s chat; 📧: vijay.bragato@marsdengroup.com ☎️: 0466 166 563

Foundations of Excellence: 9 principles as pillars of the project 🌟 The Principles of the "Sharing European Sports Excellence (SESE) Model" stand tall as the guiding pillars of our project. 🏛️ These principles not only lay the groundwork for a shared vision on Regional Sports Excellence but also serve as both the foundation and the starting point for the implementation of our model 📃 Excellence Sportegions concept is based on the idea that the success and experiences of other regions can help Europe to advance towards a more inclusive, smarter, and sustainable sport sector. How? 👉 By sharing ideas and knowledge 💡 Discover all the principles and start adopting them. Stay tuned!

Recently, my second grader daughter won a bronze in her school's relay race. She was very disappointed not to secure the gold. In trying to console her, I shared my own experiences of winning more bronze and silver medals than gold in sports. What she said next surprised and amused me. She connected her performance to "having my genes" and got even more upset!! Of course, I am aware of the role genes play but did not see it coming in this context!! 😄 On a separate note, it got me thinking how various experiences at workplace mirror the podium - in our careers, just like in sports, the journey often represents a different shade. 1. Bronze moments - These are the times we give our best, contribute to the team, and make a difference - though the spotlight is on others. Recognition may not be immediate, but it comes sooner than later 😊 2. Silver struggles - The classic "So near yet so far". Whether it's being passed over for a promotion, losing a business opportunity in the last stages or not making it through to a dream company in the final round, these experiences, though initially disheartening, become the silver linings in our career. They represent challenges and setbacks that shape resilience and add depth to the narrative of our professional journey. 3. Gold Quest - While the gold is the ultimate goal, it's important to set new milestones and continually challenge ourselves in the workplace. Whether it's achieving a leadership position, spearheading an impactful initiative or exceeding performance targets, these are the moments that define the gold quest and should propel us to achieve more. It is important we embrace the bronze and silver moments in our career as much as the gold quest. After all, multiple winning shades add to the diversity of our experiences and present stories that can inspire others on their own unique journeys. P.S - Last I asked my daughter how she was feeling about the medal, me being optimistic that she would now value this win, she asked me to get a gold paint so that she can color it! Hopeful she would run out of all ideas and come around to cherishing the bronze 😊