JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Art of Leading Teammates.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review, 2024, v. 102, n. 5. P. 62 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Brady, Tom; Nohria, Nitin 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on leadership principles derived from NFL quarterback Tom Brady's experiences, emphasizing how informal leaders motivate teammates to achieve collective success. Brady, in collaboration with Harvard Business School professor Nitin Nohria, outlines seven key behaviors for effective team leadership, including putting the team first, appreciating unsung contributors, setting high effort standards, understanding individual motivations, complementing formal leaders' styles, counteracting external selfish pressures, and fostering personal connections outside work. The article highlights that leadership effectiveness depends not only on individual behaviors but also on the broader system and culture within which a team operates. Brady suggests these principles apply beyond sports, offering insights relevant to organizations seeking to enhance teamwork and performance.

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review. 2024/09, Vol. 102, Issue 5, p62
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Psychology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0017-8012
  • Accession Number:178978207
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