Most of the criticism I get is that I am too positive and too hopeful... in my words, I don't beat people down enough.
No amount of training in leadership skills, courses in management methods, power titles, promotions, or associations can substitute for the right attitudes.
There is nothing else that so kills the ambitions of a person as criticisms from superiors. I never criticize anyone...If I like anything, I am hearty in my approbation and lavish in my praise.
You get ideas across better through listening and the pat-on-the-back method than you do with a kick on the pants.
A good tactic is one that your people enjoy.
If you have something critical to sat to a player, preface it by saying something positive. That way when you get to the criticism, at least you know he'll be listening.
Most Korean parents saw themselves as coaches, while American parents tended to act more like cheerleaders.
