I only spoke with Joe Paterno for about 5 minutes. Yet, his influence on me and my perspectives of leadership was immense. Unfortunately, near the end of his life, tragic events that occurred under his leadership challenged his perfect record of character. So when he passed away, I wanted to remember him for his greatness. “JoePa”, as his is affectionately known by his Nittany Lion family, was the greatest coach in NCAA football. He taught me the best of what it means to be a man of character, a Nittany Lion and a leader.
Joe Paterno Quotes
The name on the front of the jersey is what really matters, not the name on the back. | Share on Twitter
When a team outgrows individual performance and learns team confidence, excellence becomes a reality. | Share on Twitter
Success without honor is an unseasoned dish; it will satisfy your hunger, but it won’t taste good. | Share on Twitter
You need to play with supreme confidence, or else you’ll lose again, and then losing becomes a habit. | Share on Twitter
Publicity is like poison; it doesn’t hurt unless you swallow it. | Share on Twitter
The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital. | Share on Twitter
You guys can pick on me all you want … I don’t give a darn what you guys think, to be honest with you. | Share on Twitter
The minute you think you’ve got it made, disaster is just around the corner. | Share on Twitter
Besides pride, loyalty, discipline, heart, and mind, confidence is the key to all the locks. | Share on Twitter
To be honest, the media has not been a factor in my lifestyle or my coaching interest or how I motivate. | Share on Twitter
You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. That’s the mark of a true professional. | Share on Twitter
Losing a game is heartbreaking. Losing your sense of excellence or worth is a tragedy. | Share on Twitter
People say to me, ‘Why don’t you give it up?’ … I don’t want to miss anything. | Share on Twitter
I want you kids to know how much we appreciate you. Have fun and behave. | Share on Twitter
Believe deep down in your heart that you’re destined to do great things. | Share on Twitter
If I had to do it over again, I’d probably play the game the same way. | Share on Twitter
Thank you, Joe, I will miss you…
You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. Thats the mark of a true professional. – Joe Paterno Quotes
May a great man rest in peace
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Another great one – thank you for the contribution, Nool!