Author: Matt Doeden
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN: 1467704113
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Although Tony Dungy was passed over in the 1977 NFL draft, Coach Chuck Noll of the Pittsburgh Steelers recognized his athleticism and understanding of the game and signed him as a free agent. Later, at the age of 25, Dungy began his NFL coaching career with the Steelers. He went on to coach the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and then considered retiring from football. Instead, he accepted a coaching job with the Indianapolis Colts and in 2007 became the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl. Find out how Dungy’s intellect, strength of character, and leadership qualities have made him a champion on and off the field.
Tony Dungy, 2nd Edition
Author: Matt Doeden
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN: 1467704113
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Although Tony Dungy was passed over in the 1977 NFL draft, Coach Chuck Noll of the Pittsburgh Steelers recognized his athleticism and understanding of the game and signed him as a free agent. Later, at the age of 25, Dungy began his NFL coaching career with the Steelers. He went on to coach the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and then considered retiring from football. Instead, he accepted a coaching job with the Indianapolis Colts and in 2007 became the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl. Find out how Dungy’s intellect, strength of character, and leadership qualities have made him a champion on and off the field.
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN: 1467704113
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Although Tony Dungy was passed over in the 1977 NFL draft, Coach Chuck Noll of the Pittsburgh Steelers recognized his athleticism and understanding of the game and signed him as a free agent. Later, at the age of 25, Dungy began his NFL coaching career with the Steelers. He went on to coach the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and then considered retiring from football. Instead, he accepted a coaching job with the Indianapolis Colts and in 2007 became the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl. Find out how Dungy’s intellect, strength of character, and leadership qualities have made him a champion on and off the field.
You Can Do It!
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416954619
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Faith and the support of a loving family help Linden when he is upset over being the only one in his class or at home who does not know what he wants to be when he grows up.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416954619
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Faith and the support of a loving family help Linden when he is upset over being the only one in his class or at home who does not know what he wants to be when he grows up.
Uncommon
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414363958
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
The New York Times bestseller is now in softcover with a bonus chapter on how the “Dare to Be Uncommon” movement is reaching schools, teams, and families across the country and an update on Tony’s life since retiring as head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. What does it take to live a life of significance? When Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy took home the trophy in Super Bowl XLI, fans around the world looked to him as the epitome of success. Athletic victory, professional excellence, fame and celebrity, awards and honors—he had it all. But even in that moment, he knew those achievements had little to do with his ultimate significance as a man. Coach Dungy still passionately believes that there is a different path to significance—a path characterized by attitudes, ambitions, and allegiances that are all too rare but uncommonly rewarding. In the New York Times best seller Uncommon, Dungy reveals secrets to achieving significance that he has learned from his remarkable parents, his athletic and coaching career, his mentors, and his walk with God.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414363958
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
The New York Times bestseller is now in softcover with a bonus chapter on how the “Dare to Be Uncommon” movement is reaching schools, teams, and families across the country and an update on Tony’s life since retiring as head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. What does it take to live a life of significance? When Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy took home the trophy in Super Bowl XLI, fans around the world looked to him as the epitome of success. Athletic victory, professional excellence, fame and celebrity, awards and honors—he had it all. But even in that moment, he knew those achievements had little to do with his ultimate significance as a man. Coach Dungy still passionately believes that there is a different path to significance—a path characterized by attitudes, ambitions, and allegiances that are all too rare but uncommonly rewarding. In the New York Times best seller Uncommon, Dungy reveals secrets to achieving significance that he has learned from his remarkable parents, his athletic and coaching career, his mentors, and his walk with God.
You Can Be a Friend
Author: Lauren Dungy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442433051
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
This will be the second title in Lauren and Tony Dungy’s series of children’s books which feature great stories that remind kids of the importance of family, friends, confidence, determination—and believing that anything is possible if you dream big. In this story, Jade has been planning to have her birthday party at a water park, but her new friend, Hannah, is in a wheelchair. Now Jade has a decision to make: Is it more important to keep the celebration where she planned, or to make sure all of her friends will have fun? Parents and their children will love reading and discussing this beautiful book, which celebrates the talents and strengths we all have, no matter our physical ability.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442433051
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
This will be the second title in Lauren and Tony Dungy’s series of children’s books which feature great stories that remind kids of the importance of family, friends, confidence, determination—and believing that anything is possible if you dream big. In this story, Jade has been planning to have her birthday party at a water park, but her new friend, Hannah, is in a wheelchair. Now Jade has a decision to make: Is it more important to keep the celebration where she planned, or to make sure all of her friends will have fun? Parents and their children will love reading and discussing this beautiful book, which celebrates the talents and strengths we all have, no matter our physical ability.
Go, Jade, Go!
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442454687
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Justin feels overshadowed when the Dungy family cheers for Jade at her track meet in this inspirational Ready-to-Ready story. Jade is running in a track meet, and the entire family goes to watch and cheer her on! Everyone is excited for Jade—except Justin. He wishes he was good at something that made everyone cheer for him. Older brother Jordan pulls him aside for a chat and explains that everyone is good at different things. He reminds Justin that he’s a wonderful artist whose drawing are up all over their house! The next time the Dungys go to a track meet, Justin has a surprise. This time everyone cheers for Jade—and for Justin! This inspirational Level 2 Ready-to-Read features the Dungy children and highlights the importance of encouragement and support.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442454687
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Justin feels overshadowed when the Dungy family cheers for Jade at her track meet in this inspirational Ready-to-Ready story. Jade is running in a track meet, and the entire family goes to watch and cheer her on! Everyone is excited for Jade—except Justin. He wishes he was good at something that made everyone cheer for him. Older brother Jordan pulls him aside for a chat and explains that everyone is good at different things. He reminds Justin that he’s a wonderful artist whose drawing are up all over their house! The next time the Dungys go to a track meet, Justin has a surprise. This time everyone cheers for Jade—and for Justin! This inspirational Level 2 Ready-to-Read features the Dungy children and highlights the importance of encouragement and support.
The Mentor Leader
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414346131
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
“Your only job is to help your players be better.” That single idea had a huge impact on Tony Dungy when he heard it from one of his earliest mentors, and it led him to develop the successful leadership style so admired by players and coaches throughout the NFL. Now, a storied career and a Super Bowl victory later, Tony Dungy is sharing his unique leadership philosophy with you. In The Mentor Leader, Tony reveals what propelled him to the top of his profession and shows how you can apply the same approach to virtually any area of your life. In the process, you’ll learn the seven keys of mentoring leadership—and why they’re so effective; why mentor leadership brings out the best in people; how a mentor leader recovers from mistakes and handles team discipline; and the secret to getting people to follow you and do their best for you without intimidation tactics. As a son, a football player, and a winning coach, Tony has always learned from others on his path to success. Now you can learn to succeed for your team, family, or organization while living out your values—by becoming a mentor leader.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414346131
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
“Your only job is to help your players be better.” That single idea had a huge impact on Tony Dungy when he heard it from one of his earliest mentors, and it led him to develop the successful leadership style so admired by players and coaches throughout the NFL. Now, a storied career and a Super Bowl victory later, Tony Dungy is sharing his unique leadership philosophy with you. In The Mentor Leader, Tony reveals what propelled him to the top of his profession and shows how you can apply the same approach to virtually any area of your life. In the process, you’ll learn the seven keys of mentoring leadership—and why they’re so effective; why mentor leadership brings out the best in people; how a mentor leader recovers from mistakes and handles team discipline; and the secret to getting people to follow you and do their best for you without intimidation tactics. As a son, a football player, and a winning coach, Tony has always learned from others on his path to success. Now you can learn to succeed for your team, family, or organization while living out your values—by becoming a mentor leader.
The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 9781414365794
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Retailers Choice Award winner, 2012 Strengthen the core of your life and faith on a year-long journey with beloved Super Bowl–winning former head coach Tony Dungy and co-author Nathan Whitaker! This deluxe LeatherLike edition of the New York Times best-selling The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge contains 365 reflections from Tony and Nathan on living an “uncommon life” of integrity, honoring your family and friends, creating a life of real significance and impact, and walking with the Lord. This year, step up to the challenge to spend time with God—and dare to be uncommon every day. A perfect gift for sports fans, coaches, athletes, and dads!
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 9781414365794
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Retailers Choice Award winner, 2012 Strengthen the core of your life and faith on a year-long journey with beloved Super Bowl–winning former head coach Tony Dungy and co-author Nathan Whitaker! This deluxe LeatherLike edition of the New York Times best-selling The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge contains 365 reflections from Tony and Nathan on living an “uncommon life” of integrity, honoring your family and friends, creating a life of real significance and impact, and walking with the Lord. This year, step up to the challenge to spend time with God—and dare to be uncommon every day. A perfect gift for sports fans, coaches, athletes, and dads!
A Team Stays Together!
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442435410
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In A Team Stays Together!, when the Dungy family heads out to a sporting event, Mom and Dad tell all the kids, “Don’t wander off!” But Jordan can’t resist getting a closer look at the field—and when he turns around to talk to his dad, he’s not there! Uh-oh. This light story about listening will surely ring true for kids who sometimes have a mind of their own.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442435410
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In A Team Stays Together!, when the Dungy family heads out to a sporting event, Mom and Dad tell all the kids, “Don’t wander off!” But Jordan can’t resist getting a closer look at the field—and when he turns around to talk to his dad, he’s not there! Uh-oh. This light story about listening will surely ring true for kids who sometimes have a mind of their own.
Here Comes the Parade!
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442454717
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
The Dungy children have a decision to make when they find a wallet full of money in this Ready-to-Read story. Everyone is having a great time at the parade! There are marching bands, and floats, and clowns. In the midst of all the excitement, Justin glances down and sees a wallet. When he shows it to his brother Jordan and his sister Jade, they peek inside and see it is filled with money. The siblings know what they should do—but for a moment they hesitate. There is enough money to buy that pretty bracelet Jade wants, plus lots of video games… In this inspirational Level 2 Ready-to-Read, the Dungy children learn an important lesson about telling the truth and doing the right thing.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442454717
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
The Dungy children have a decision to make when they find a wallet full of money in this Ready-to-Read story. Everyone is having a great time at the parade! There are marching bands, and floats, and clowns. In the midst of all the excitement, Justin glances down and sees a wallet. When he shows it to his brother Jordan and his sister Jade, they peek inside and see it is filled with money. The siblings know what they should do—but for a moment they hesitate. There is enough money to buy that pretty bracelet Jade wants, plus lots of video games… In this inspirational Level 2 Ready-to-Read, the Dungy children learn an important lesson about telling the truth and doing the right thing.
The Soul of a Team
Author: Tony Dungy
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1496414810
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Mentor Leader and Quiet Strength comes a book sure to transform your team or organization! For most people, succeeding in life requires mastering the art of teamwork. Whether at work, school, church, or home, virtually everyone is part of a team—and when they work well, teams can accomplish more than individuals working by themselves. But not all teams are created equal. When a team isn’t functioning well, individual strengths can be undermined and weaknesses accentuated, making the work environment a terrible place to be. So what does a truly effective team environment look like, and how can you create one within your own organization? As a former Super Bowl–winning coach, Tony Dungy is an expert at building and bringing out the best in a team. Drawing on his experiences from years of coaching and working with other leaders, this football fable lays out four essential principles practiced by truly effective teams. Telling the story of a fictional NFL team looking for a turnaround, The Soul of a Team not only identifies some of the most common issues that hold a team back but also lays out a game plan for winning teamwork. Whether you aspire to be a better leader or a stronger team player, The Soul of a Team will show you how to contribute to a stronger, healthier, more productive team destined for success.
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1496414810
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Mentor Leader and Quiet Strength comes a book sure to transform your team or organization! For most people, succeeding in life requires mastering the art of teamwork. Whether at work, school, church, or home, virtually everyone is part of a team—and when they work well, teams can accomplish more than individuals working by themselves. But not all teams are created equal. When a team isn’t functioning well, individual strengths can be undermined and weaknesses accentuated, making the work environment a terrible place to be. So what does a truly effective team environment look like, and how can you create one within your own organization? As a former Super Bowl–winning coach, Tony Dungy is an expert at building and bringing out the best in a team. Drawing on his experiences from years of coaching and working with other leaders, this football fable lays out four essential principles practiced by truly effective teams. Telling the story of a fictional NFL team looking for a turnaround, The Soul of a Team not only identifies some of the most common issues that hold a team back but also lays out a game plan for winning teamwork. Whether you aspire to be a better leader or a stronger team player, The Soul of a Team will show you how to contribute to a stronger, healthier, more productive team destined for success.