Tim Roberts’ Post

The power of sports is great, and the lessons are many. I believe many companies would benefit from adopting parts of the mentality and values of sports 🔥 Here are three examples 👇🏻 1️⃣ Inclusion In sports, everyone is welcome. It doesn't matter who you are, how old you are, or where you come from. All are judged according to the same parameters—performance and results. The teams are also usually skilled at welcoming new players and accepting them. You get help when you need it, often without asking. Because the faster the new player feels secure in the team, the faster we can start performing together. 2️⃣ Competition It is a natural part of everyday life for athletes. Everyone wants to play all the time. As simple as that. Despite that, we always try to help the same players we compete against to get better. Exciting huh? Because, as cliche as it sounds, we win and lose as a team. We have a better chance of winning if everyone on the team tries to contribute to making us all better. I highly doubt it is done the same way at all companies out there… 3️⃣ Lead by example At our matches, children and young people always watched and cheered. We had a big responsibility to lead by example and act as role models. Because how else are we going to be able to demand that the children be kind to each other at the youth matches if we, adults, aren't that at ours? Here, all leaders, managers, and management teams have ultimate responsibility for their organization. You set the standards for your employees, not the other way around. Would you like to add something? Comment below 🔥 (And yes, the picture is old) #sport #sales #team

I am more thankful all the time that I played sports as a kid and growing up. I didn't become a pro athlete by a long shot, but the experience has been instrumental in my life. Before I ever picked up a baseball bat or a basketball, I was a candlepin bowler. 🎳 If you're not from New England or a few parts of Canada, yes, it's a little different! My primary sports were baseball ⚾ and basketball 🏀 - which meant I primarily played team sports. 💡 That's where so much was learned - and even more when I saw those sports from other angles like coach, game official or impartial observer. ✅ You learn to use your skills for the benefit of a larger group, which is often different than how you might use them individually ✅ You learn to support your teammates ✅ You learn how to handle challenging situations ✅ You learn the importance of how you approach every day And so much more. Sports provide a great metaphor for so much in life and have helped me understand a non-sports situation better. Those high-pressure situations, for example, are quite different in sports. 😰 It's one thing being at the plate in a tie game in the last inning, with the winning run on base - I've been there. Everything happens so fast. In a comparable situation in an office or lab, it might not be happening so fast, but the pressure is no less real - nor is the need to stay calm, take a deep breath and stay focused on the task at hand. Situations involving team dynamics are similar. So many talented teams have underachieved due to poor chemistry; the same thing can sink a team in an office setting. Understanding how to support your teammates and put the team ahead of yourself doesn't come naturally. 🏅 🏆 You don't have to become a pro athlete, or even a star at earlier levels, to gain a great deal from sports. They naturally lend themselves to experiences that can shape us well for the rest of our lives. #sports #perspective

https://lnkd.in/dqcemN3V A very interesting view from Netflix. "Organization is not a family but a sports team" In a nutshell what it says is - be competitive and keep improving your game if you want to be part of the game. at least it is a very transparent statement rather than saying "you are part of family but treat like a sports team eventually" i would refrain from giving my opinion but one point is very important to note that - sometimes you might feel comfortable and cozy with the feeling that you are part of the family and wouldn't grow further (comfort zone issues) until you realize that suddenly roles are changed from family to sports team and you are no more relevant. therefore, as an individual it's always best to assume that you are part of the sports team so that you will always be on your toes to be a top performer and thereby you always get higher auctions like soccer games or IPL :) remember that - even in national games, top players are kept on the bench if they aren't performing well or not in form.

Sports Day in The Corporate World! 🥇🥈🥉 Playing sports can teach us invaluable lessons that we can implement in the corporate world. My colleague shared some insights with me that I found inspiring and thought-provoking. : Firstly, sports can improve our mental and physical well-being, generating positivity that can be reflected in our work. Additionally, we can learn from sports how to build and motivate teams, align with a single goal and vision, and contribute to a win as an individual and as a team. : Leadership and mentorship are also crucial in any game or project, motivating different personalities to work towards a shared goal. Similarly, selecting the right people with the right skills, attitudes, and willingness to learn and improve is key to delivering results. : Finally, sports teach us how to handle pressure and tough situations with calmness and innovation, developing a personality that can successfully deliver outcomes with productivity. So, there are many reasons why we should always show up for the office sports day. I have got mine.

Aether Sports Alliance: Keeping Sports Together 🏟️ #2025 • As the Sports Industry is set for Extreme Growth over the next 10 Years, I will be forming an Alliance for Making sure we Always Keep What Makes Sports Great, CLEAR. • Sports are for Competition. • Competition is the stage for Greatness. • Greatness Inspires people to seek Greatness. • This is Why Sports are Great… THEY INSPIRE PEOPLE TO BE GREAT. • The Aether Sports Alliance aka ASA will seek to connect those in the Sports Industry to ensure we keep a Clear Branding Message on the Sports Industry: Sports is for Competition that Inspires Greatness. • Aether Sports Alliance, WHY Aether? • Let’s have some Fun 🍿: Greek Mythology • Aether is the god of the upper air, the purest, finest air that the gods’ breathe. • Throughout the Middle Ages, scientists believed that a Fifth Element called “aether” existed, which had received its name from the Primordial Greek God, Aether. People of the times knowledge and understanding of the four known elements: earth, air, fire, and water did not explain all their findings of the Universe. They believed in a mystical, fifth element that held everything together and filled the space between all things that exist. They called this the ‘Aether Element’. • The Sports Industry has VERY Unique Nuances and is a Melting Pot of Athletes ⛹️♂️ Content Creators 👨🎨 Tech Professionals 🧑🏽💻 Finance Professionals 🏦 🎰 Health Professionals 🥼 Business Professionals👩💼 and so much more! • It’s Our Job to ensure we Never Let Sports Lose its Magic 🪄 The Walt Disney Company • If you are interested in Joining Leadership please shoot me a personal email to [email protected] ~ I hope this is worth all of the spam I’m about get 😆. • We will be looking to Kickoff in 2025 🚀 ~ ~ #sports #athlete #coder #finance #leader #coach #business #alliance #group #linkedinsports #disney

Sports, Life, and Inclusion. The impact of sports on individuals in their formative years including childhood is indeed critical. One of my then supervisors believed.. I'll be able to navigate chaos because during my interview, my answer to his question of "if you were not attending this interview what you would be doing?" was "Playing Football".. Was reminded of these life lessons last week, while sports took a backseat and corporate career took the front. - Talent alone will not take you very far but consistent performance will. Sportsmen with immense talent but do we remember the ones who couldn't peak? - Resilience is key, but persistence is extremely important. project deadline and a thrilling penalty shootout? Sounds similar. - Not just team sports, individual Sports need great team work as well, Hello ICs? - Injuries are common so are bad Appraisals, aren't spectacular comebacks and conquests more fulfilling? So are amazing corporate revival stories. - Last but my personal favourite, a diverse dressing room/locker room is the happiest one, and definitely the best one. And at Michelin we are commencing Inspiring Inclusion, where we see inclusion and diversity as a human imperative and a key contributor to Company’s performance and aligned with our Purpose and our core value of Respecting People. Here's a few happy faces celebrating the same. shresthangana Patro Kavita Vora😊She/Her/Hers Karan Bakshi Aaron A. D'souza #IamMichelin #SKSays #LifeatMichelin #LifeLessons

I was just speaking to friends about this over the weekend. Few things have impacted me the way that playing competitive sports for 20 years did. There aren't many experiences that can fully teach collaboration and teamwork in an immersed way. "According to respondents who have played competitive sports, the top skills gained from competitive sports include teamwork (69%) and leadership (41%). Other skills include managing stress and pressure (36%), problem-solving (35%), and effective communication (34%)." https://lnkd.in/ePvQQQGg

Sports are more than just games; they're a conduit for lifelong connections and enduring friendships. 🤝 Reflecting on our own journey, we are reminded of the powerful impact that sports can have beyond the playing field. From the thrill of victory to the sting of defeat, the emotions experienced together on the field create a unique bond. Teammates become comrades, united by a common goal and a shared journey. Sports teach us resilience, teamwork, and the value of hard work. These lessons not only shape our character on the field but also lay the foundation for enduring connections off of it as well. One of the beautiful aspects of sports is that competitors can become lifelong friends. Rivalries on the field often evolve into camaraderie that lasts a lifetime, showcasing the transformative power of shared passion. We’d love to hear your stories of the enduring connections you've made through sports. Whether it's a teammate turned lifelong friend or a rival turned ally, share your experiences in the comments below. Let's celebrate the unbreakable bonds formed through the beautiful world of sports! 🏀  #SportsConnections #LifelongFriendships #Teamwork #GameChangers

So you want to work in sports? Let me tell you what it's not... 👇 ❌ It's not getting to hang out with the players. ❌ It's not about getting to go to games. ❌ It's not about having a fun job. ❌ It's not about working in your favorite sport. What it is... ✔ It's about putting on a show and experience regardless of what the players do. ✔ It's about getting to WORK the games. ✔ It's about having a career that's challenging and rewarding and just so happens to be fun. ✔ It's about falling in love with the business side of sport. Don't limit yourself to one or your favorite sport. So if you want to work in sports, this isn't to scare you away. This is about setting proper expectations for yourself. We don't work traditional hours and at times you will spend more time with your colleagues than your own family. It's not for everyone... but if it is for you, it's the most challenging and rewarding career that I could ask for. And the best part of sports is by far the people you work for and work with. What's your favorite part about working in sports? #SportsBiz #SettingExpectations

Team Sports and their Role in Today’s Business   Sometimes I wish more of my work colleagues had played team sports as a child or in school. Here are some valuable lessons I learned from playing team sports that seem to be more absent than they should be from the corporate zeitgeist:   • Celebrate the wins. Revel in the glory and enjoy that golden moment until you have wrung every last drop of enjoyment out of it.  This is why you do it, and it is training your subconscious mind to replicate the success. • Obsess over the losses until you have learned exactly how and why you lost and how you’ll prevent it in the future. Then put it out of your mind and focus on the next win. • Play your position. If you see someone who isn’t doing their job well, communicate that to them, calmly and encouragingly, during a break in the action. What you do NOT do is go over there and play their position for them. That just means there are two people getting in each other’s way, and now no one is covering your position. • Be flexible. Things change quickly in the heat of the battle. Keep your wits about you and be willing to change the plan as the play unfolds. • If you don't have the ball at the moment, pay attention to what your teammates are doing and focus on what you can do to amplify their chances of success. • Talk. Communication, even in brief, terse language, is infinitely more valuable than keeping your mouth shut or worrying that you might hurt somebody’s feelings or that they won’t like you. No one has eyes in the back of their head. Letting your teammate know what’s coming for them or what options they have available can be the difference between glorious success and abysmal failure. Corollary: don’t get distracted when someone is terse with you. Just take the information in the spirit it was given and move on. • Defense is as important as offense. Those that make sure that nothing catastrophic happens (IT, HR, Legal, Finance) are just as important as those that make the big flashy wins in Sales or the C-suite.  Those that know the game know great defense when they see it. • Getting the job done effectively is way more important than looking cool doing it. You don’t get any more points for scoring with style, and many times your attempts at style will lose the points you would have scored by just getting it done.   and most importantly….   • When the team wins, we all win. Helping the team to win is more important than personal glory, pass the ball if it means the team is more likely to score. Any opinion that matters will know your contribution.