Bobby Bowden On Leadership: Life Lessons from a Two-Time National Championship Coach

by Pat Williams, Rob Wilson

Bobby Bowden, the legendary Head Football Coach at Florida State continues to inspire athletes and fans. Books have been written about Bowden for the last 10 years examining this coaching legend, but never has he been examined under the microscope of leadership. Leadership expert Pat Williams has teamed up with Florida State Associate Athletics Director Rob Wilson to bring to light what made Coach Bowden so successful and how you can incorporate his leadership principles into your own life. Williams and Wilson have interviewed over 250 former players, coaches, and members of the media that knew Bowden well. The book uncovers never before revealed leadership insights from Bowden’s leadership and coaching genius. This 208 page book is packed with riveting stories and illustrations that will appeal to leaders at all levels of society. Football fans will love it and individuals with any leadership role will benefit immeasurably. Coach Bowden's Leadership Insights

• Always tell the truth. You must walk your talk.
• Be available to your players and staff night and day, no matter what.
• Your team is your family; nurture and care for them with unconditional love.
• Hire good people, delegate and let them do their jobs.
• As a leader, competing and winning must be your number one priority.
• There is no substitute for faith in God.

208 pages, Paperback

First published October 7, 2011

About the author

Patrick Livingston Murphy Williams was an American sports executive, who served as senior vice president of the Orlando Magic. Williams began his career as a minor league baseball player, and later joined the front office of his team. In the late 1960s he moved into basketball, with his biggest achievements being the 1983 title of the Philadelphia 76'ers and being a partner in the creation of the Orlando Magic.

Reviews

[Jim Serger · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an excellent book on what commitment means to a person on and off the field-- this is in a series of books on leadership. Read all three, you will be looking into three great programs, more important into three great leaders.
Bear Bryant, Tom Osborne and Bobby Bowden