Author Archives: Matt Doherty

Just like a big company has a Board or Directors to advise the CEO on making strategic decisions that are in the best interest of the corporation, people need a Personal Board of Directors (“PBOD”) to help us navigate the big decisions in our lives. I have been blessed to have valuable members on myContinue reading “Personal Board of Directors”

We all need truth tellers in our lives. Whether you are leading a company or leading your household you need someone that will tell you the truth.  Easier said then done! Keys: You need to invite people to tell you the truth. You need to create an environment that is safe for that person toContinue reading “Truth Tellers”

Leadership is like golf. You have some whiffs and you have some great shots! When you think you have it figured out you hit one out of bounds! Then you have to calm your nerves, address the ball and take another swing at it. It the end, you can’t forget to get regular practice sessionsContinue reading “Leadership is like Golf”

Every leader has moments that they can look back on and cringe. A moment where they reacted harshly in a staff meeting or in a game where someone said something or did something they didn’t like. That harsh reaction by a leader will leave an emotional scar, not only on the employee or player, butContinue reading “Coaching Scars: E+R=O”

It is easy to lead during good times, but true leaders earn their stripes during crisis. I have witnessed many leaders over the years mismanage the basics of leading during crisis as they succumb to the pressures around them. The keys are simple. Executing them….not so much. 1. Tell the truth Don’t sugar coat aContinue reading “Three Keys to Leading during Crisis”

I experienced many challenges as a leader. After being forced to resign as the basketball coach at UNC in 2003 I went on a leadership journey. I wanted to “Learn & Grow”. I have finally put my thoughts to paper in preparation of writing a book. It is a lengthy and, sometimes, emotionally draining process.Continue reading “Intention vs Interpretation”

Sales is like fishing. If you want to catch big fish you have to be strategic in your pursuit. There are several steps to put yourself in position for a successful expedition. Step 1: Plan. Where do you fish? When do you fish? What tackle do you use? What will give you the best chance toContinue reading “Sales is like Fishing”

Rogers Healy is a longtime friend from Dallas that I got to know when I coached at SMU. He recently sent me a random text. Here is the exchange: Rogers: Coach, just sending you love. You mean a lot to me and you played a major part in me gaining confidence in my 20’s. BeContinue reading “The Power of Remembering a Name”