Quiet strength
Subtitle: a memoir
By: Tony Dungy with Nathan Whitaker
Contributors: Whitaker, Nathan
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers; Tyndale
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Carol Stream, Ill
Language: eng
Number of pages: 301
ISBN-13: 9781414318011; 9781414318028
Subjects: Dungy, Tony; Spiritual biography; African American football coaches -- Religion; African American football coaches -- Biography; Christian life
Genres: Biography
Description: When Tony Dungy led the Indianapolis Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI-- the first African American coach to win the big game--millions wondered, amazed by the success of his quiet, authoritative leadership style: how does he get it done? In this memoir, Dungy reveals the secrets to his success--principles, practices, and priorities that have kept him on track despite overwhelming personal and professional obstacles, including firings, stereotypes, and the tragic loss of a child. In the face of so much adversity, Tony has not only survived but risen to the top of his profession in a way that's won the respect of fans, players, and even his competitors. His thoughts on leading, succeeding, and attaining true significance may inspire you to take a long, hard look at the things that really matter in your own life.--From publisher description
Table of contents: title: Tampa rain; title: Growing up a Dungy; title: A black quarterback; title: Putting God first; title: Leading to Lauren; title: Learning to lead; title: An unlikely opening; title: Building the faculty; title: Do what we do; title: Filling the corners; title: Defining success; title: Hurricanes and tornados; title: Tampa 2 and open hearts; title: Walking the plank; title: A soft landing; title: A birthday blessing; title: Death by inches; title: An unforgettable season; title: Staying the course; title: Race to the Super Bowl