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What does it mean?
McNair reflects on learning patience and involving teammates more rather than rushing to control the game alone.
In plain terms
He learned to slow down and rely on teammates instead of taking over.
What can you take from it?
Patience and teamwork improve performance more than solo dominance.

Where it applies

  • leadership
  • project management
  • team sports

Putting it to work

  • delegate tasks
  • listen to teammates
  • plan ahead

Questions to consider

  • When should you lead alone versus together?
  • How has your approach to control changed?

Another view

Taking over can sometimes be necessary in critical moments.

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