A couple of weeks ago an unbelievable snow storm crippled the Buffalo, New York area. This forced the NFL to move a game originally scheduled for Buffalo to Detroit’s Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.
On Sunday, November 20 the Bills played the Cleveland Browns in Detroit. Four days later, the Lions hosted the Bills on Thanksgiving day.
In a recent press conference Detroit Head Coach Dan Campbell recognized the Ford Field stadium staff – who suddenly had to work 2 games in five days, including on Thanksgiving day. His simple message was “sometimes that gets lost in the shuffle.”
Today’s lesson. Don’t let your people get lost in the shuffle and because of your busyness. There are people that do a lot of things behind the scenes that people don’t see or even think about. You know who they are and what they do.
In the athletic world it’s custodians, bus drivers, secretaries, support staff, and table workers, to name a few. No matter what job you have and wherever you lead, there are people that do things that people just expect to be done and often take for granted.
Make sure that you do not take them for granted. Acknowledge them, appreciate them, celebrate them, and help them whenever you can.
No matter how educated, talented, rich, or cool you believe you are, how you treat people, every single person, ultimately tells all.
You’re busy. You have many responsibilities and I understand, appreciate and acknowledge that. Don’t let others be lost in the shuffle because of that. Tip of the cap to Dan Campbell for reminding us of that.
Meet Todd Gordon, a seasoned educator, coach, and activities administrator who dedicated an impressive 37 years to shaping the lives of students within the realm of education. His career has taken him on a remarkable journey through nine different school districts, ranging from the intimate setting of a small school to the dynamic landscape of a large, multi-high school urban district – truly everything in between.
In 2022, Todd embarked on a new chapter, retiring from his illustrious career in education. However, retirement did not signal an end to his passion for making a positive impact in the realm of sports and activities. Todd joined BOUND, a leading sports software company, where he continues to contribute his wealth of experience and knowledge to support activity administrators and coaches.
Beyond the professional arena, Todd’s personal life is a testament to dedication and enduring love. Married to his wife, Deb, for an impressive 40 years, they have navigated life’s journey together. Their family has grown to include three married children, each on their unique paths, and six delightful grandchildren who bring joy and laughter to their lives.
Todd authored and published his first book, “The Power of One. One Word Leadership”, in 2022.
His newest project is the “The Pursuit”, and it starts with new writings on a new page on this website. Todd delves into the essence of your daily pursuit of excellence, offering insights on growth, resilience, and the power of redemption. By weaving daily Scripture insights into our exploration, we bridge the timeless with the contemporary, inviting you to reflect on leadership principles grounded in spiritual wisdom.
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