McCallum also has an easygoing, self-deprecating side, and a quick wit that helps him engage people he meets. On the way back to the airport, a staffer mentioned the comment. In fact, what McCallum has is a coaching mentality. He sees managing people through the lens of a basketball coach, and he has a few well-worn coaching aphorisms that sometimes make his staff moan. But he insists they summarize his philosophy.
Perfect practice make perfect.
McCallum knows another coaching lesson that can carry over to the Capitol. I've always taught them to throw the pass, even if you bounce it off their head. Eventually, they will learn to look. Journal Sentinel Inc. All rights reserved.